Accessibility
The Accessible Living program addresses keeping Baby Boomers safe and independent in their homes. It also addresses caregiving issues that Baby Boomers may be facing with aging parents.
Publications
- Assistive Devices for the Home (PDF)
- Designing Homes for Function and Safety (PDF)
- Adapting Your Home for More Accessible Living (PDF)
Web Resources
The
LiveAbility House – Kansas
State University and North Carolina State University have partnered within Second Life® to create
educational tools for consumers. The goal of this initial project is: To tell people about design
features and assistive technology that enable a person to live at home despite physical or mental challenges
caused by aging, illness, or disability.- University
of Florida Universal Design publications
- Iowa
State University Extension – Universal
Design
- Visit-Ability (Inclusive
Home Design)
- A
new Universal Design DVD is available for $5.00 from the Ohio State University Extension eStore.
- The Center for Universal Design – A national research, information and technical assistance center that evaluates, develops and promotes universal design in housing, public and commercial facilities and related products.
- The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification – This website contains information on agencies and services that can assist with home modification and repair.
- Doodads, Gadgets, and Thingamajigs – This website contains information on commonly used assistive technology devices.
- The Lighthouse, Inc.
