Emergent Need for Home Modifications for Elderly & Disabled Homeowners

It’s estimated that 30 to 50 percent of elderly have a fear of falling. Each year, about one in three Americans aged 65 and older fall down causing injury which can average $33,000 for medical care. Most alarming, falls are the leading cause of death from injury to people over 65.

The services that Rebuilding Together provide can reduce fear, prevent injuries, and make living at home easier by adding sensible home modifications. This allows homeowners to stay in their homes as long as they want. Home modifications include but are not limited to:

• Increasing Lighting
• Installing Grab Bars
• Increasing Toilet Height
•Installing Ramps & Handrails

*Rebuilding Together also provides adaptive equipment such as shower chairs, reachers, built up handles for utensils, etc.

 

This program uses volunteers and trade professionals to help people age in place by adapting their living environment. By making improvements homeowners can stay where they want to be – in their own homes, and at the same time live in safety, and independence

Please contact us if you would like to volunteer, or if you know someone that might benefit this program.