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In General

A house that once was convenient can cause problems as abilities change. The good news is that simple alterations can make a home safer and increase the chances of your elder remaining independent at home and in the community.

  Checklist for the house
  Checklist for the entire house

Use a checklist like this to identify problem areas in every part of the house. Note any ideas you have for improvement. For example:

Area of the House Yes No Ideas for Improvement

Kitchen
Are faucets easy to use?

 

x

Replace with lever handles.

Links to other sites with information on this topic:

Does Your Home Meet Your Needs?
The checklist above is adapted from a checklist on the AARP website.


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Last updated November 18, 2003.

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