By Angela Somerville This is the first article in a series by Angela Somerville about her experiences helping her parents age in place. Look for
Give Mom (or Dad) the Gift That Keeps on Giving
By Carolyn Myers As their special day approaches, help mom and dad increase their safety at home by considering some of these
UNIQUE MOTHER’S DAY GIFTS FOR THE MOM WHO HAS (ALMOST) EVERYTHING
By Margie Fox Kwart All we want is to keep this special person in our life healthy, safe, and in touch with loved ones. No gift means more than
I Don’t Need a Job, So Why Would I Need an Occupational Therapist?
Insight into the professional who can best help you stay in your home. By: Kathy Subasic Why Occupation? “I don’t need help finding a
How to Choose and Where to Mount a Mirror for a Wheelchair User
Mirrors can be difficult to get right for accessibility.When designing a bathroom with a mirror or medicine cabinet for someone in a wheelchair
HMOTA: Home Modifications for a man with ALS
Occupational therapist, Connie Wyatt, presents a home modified for a man with ALS called 'the Wizard'. Great ideas for home modifications and
Beautiful Designer Grab Bar Suites
I love collections that have grab bars that are beautiful and can be used as towel racks as well as grab bars. Here are a few interesting
Shout Out to the Hampton Inn for the Best Universal Design Rooms!!
Great room for people with mobility issues, debilitating diseases or are aging and just aren't moving like they used to.This room I believe is a
Adaptive Equipment Favorites for the Home
Here are a few of my favorite pieces of adaptive equipment, what are yours?Comfort Arms- toilet armrestsBed mobility barPonte Guilio colored grab bars