According to a recent survey completed by the National Association of Home Builders, the number of remodelers completing aging-in-place home modifications and homeowner awareness of these types of remodeling projects have been on the steady increase over the past five years. The five aging-in-place remodeling projects that saw the largest increases, include: Adding lighting/task lighting… Read more »
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Hoots for Father’s Day!
Thank you so much to all of the fathers out there for everything you do! Homer’s following in his dad’s footsteps, and we’re sure your kids want to do the same with you! We hope your weekend is a HOOT with your dad and family! Happy Father’s Day!
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Home Modification Tips to Help Address Depression in Seniors
Depression is an ever-growing and very serious mental disorder that affects the lives of more than 300 million people across the globe (World Health Organization). More than two million Americans age 65 and older suffer from some form of depression (Mental Health America). A recent article in New Life Outlook discusses ideas how to… Read more »
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Register Now for the June CEU Program
LifeWise Renovations, in conjunction with Carondelet Home Care, is proud to present, “Dementia, Delirium and Depression: Diagnostic Considerations.” Terrie Price, Ph.D., ABPP (Rp), will be presenting this CEU event on Wednesday, June 28 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. There are two (2) CEUs available.… Read more »
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Join in on National Safety Month!
Aging in place is becoming more popular over the years, with nearly 90 percent of seniors now saying they want to stay in their home as long as possible (Right at Home®). At the same time, that means the need for safety in the home is ever increasing. In honor of National Safety Month, we… Read more »
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Improving Bathroom Safety with Shower Chairs
Realizing you or someone you know could benefit from bathroom modifications such as shower chairs or tub benches is only the start to improving functionality and safety in the bathroom. Now that you’re ready for the next steps, we’d like to walk you through some of the considerations to keep in mind when choosing what… Read more »
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Safer Living with Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s Disease is one of the most common progressive neurodegenerative disorders in older American adults, increasing as the population ages. Currently, nearly one million people in the United States live with Parkinson’s (Parkinson’s Disease Foundation). As the disease progresses, so do the difficulties of daily activities at home due to tremors in limbs and the… Read more »
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Hoots from Home
Homer flew home for the weekend to be with his mother, and we hope you’re able to do the same! Have a great Mother’s Day!
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CEO Michael Dodd Answers: What Features Require Maximum Investment when it comes to Kitchen Renovations?
CEO and President of LifeWise Renovations Michael Dodd responded to the ever so popular question, “What features require maximum investment when it comes to kitchen renovations?” in his latest article in eCare Diary. Read the full article to gain insight into the three main investments commonly associated with kitchen renovations… Read more »
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Register Now for the May CEU Program
LifeWise Renovations®, in conjunction with Carondelet Home Care, is proud to present, “Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease: 200 Year Journey.” Stanley Fisher, MD, will be presenting this CEU event on Wednesday, May 24 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. There… Read more »