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The ADA Handicap Accessible Kitchen
The ADA Handicap Accessible Kitchen maximizes appliance access clearances, accessible cabinet doors, drawers and shelves. Visit http://www.geappliances.com/design_center/universal_design/ for great ideas.
An Inclined Platform Lift May Be The Solution!
An Inclined Platform Lift May Be The Solution! An inclined platform wheelchair lift uniquely solves a stair accessibility problem for a person with a disability, especially when transferring from a wheelchair to a stair lift is too difficult. The inclined … Continue reading
Electrical Features for the Accessible Home
Electrical Features for the Accessible Home http://atlantahomemods.com/DoorsandInteriors.aspx Three way back-lit rocker switches should be used at stairs and wherever necessary to prevent extra walking or walking in the dark. Built-in redundancy in the lighting fixtures should be included – two … Continue reading
Why is a universal design home popular?
Why is a universal design home popular? Hidden within the details and planning in a universal design home are features that make the home particularly comfortable and safe for people of all ages, shapes and sizes – along with their … Continue reading
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Threshold ramps are used at door & ramp transition points.
Threshold ramps are used at door and ramp transition points to ensure a smooth pattern of movement. EZ-Access threshold ramps are often used to transition between a door and the top of a ramp landing or porch. Exterior door thresholds … Continue reading
Research Study Tub Transfer Bench Use
Research Study Tub Transfer Bench Use Research Study Investigating Tub Transfer Bench UseThe Enabling Environments Lab at Georgia Tech is currently seeking subjects to participate in a study looking at the use of tub transfer benches.You must be 18 years … Continue reading
CATEA – Center for Assistive Technology
CATEA – Center for Assistive Technology and Environmental Access Volunteers Needed for a Research Study Investigating the Risk Factors Associated with Developing Pressure Ulcers For more information online visit: Research Study Investigating the Risk Factors Associated with Developing Pressure Ulcers … Continue reading
Financing Assistive Technology
Financing Assistive Technology — One Atlanta based organization that helps to finance assistive technology is The Center for Financial Independence & Innovation and their Credit-Able (AFP) program. Call 404-541-9005 and select the extension for the credit-able consumer liaison, Daphne Brookins. … Continue reading
Aging In Place Remodeling 