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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The Rising Need for Bathroom Modifications
From slippery surfaces to sharp corners, bathrooms can be considered one of the most dangerous rooms in the home. Especially for older adults with limited mobility, these surfaces can make seating transfers, showering and toileting even more difficult. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2.5 million older people are treated in emergency… Read more »
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Breathe Easier with Home Modifications
Pulmonary issues refer to the lungs, affecting breathing which may prevent the body from getting enough oxygen (Office on Women’s Health). Because of these issues, common side effects include wheezing, chronic cough, shortness of breath and a tightness in your chest. The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) offers these tips to living at home with… Read more »
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TIPS ON LIVING WISELY: Ramps and Doorways
Debbie Hartzler OTR/L, CAPS As walkers and wheelchairs become more common in your home, entrance into and mobility around the house can become more difficult. Below are some tips to improving your accessibility concerning stairs and doorways. Stair Access Managing the stairs into the home from the front or garage entry can be challenging for… Read more »
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WHOOO You Callin’ a Fool?
Happy April Fools! Homer always enjoys celebrating the holidays! Nonetheless, there’s no fooling him when it comes to remodeling! He knows LifeWise Renovations is the go-to source for making renovations to better age in place because: We have one of three Master Certified Remodelers in the Kansas City Area (President and CEO Mike Dodd). Our… Read more »
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No Lucky Guessing
Homer “O’Wisely” is spreading his Wise Tips this St. Patrick’s Day to help people live more comfortably and safely at home. Soar through St. Patrick’s Day with helpful Wise Tips. Read Homer’s Wise Tips> LifeWise Renovations construction + medical experts work with you to assess and develop the right plan for enhanced home accessibility and… Read more »
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Live More Safely at Home.
The National Patient Safety Foundation dedicates a week every year to raising awareness about patient safety among health care professionals and the public. In honor of Patient Safety Awareness Week, we’ve listed some facts and tips as noted by STEADI. Fall Risk Facts: When you see patients 65 and older, make these three questions a… Read more »
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Helping Balance Through Home Modification
At least one out of every three adults over the age of 65 falls each year, but falls are not a natural part of the aging process, via the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA). Therapists and health care professionals help to reduce and prevent falls for their patients. Some risk factors most important are… Read more »
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The Importance of Functional Testing
The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) defines Functional Testing, or a Functional Capacity Evaluation, as an assessment to evaluate an individual’s capacity to perform work-related or other daily activities. This compares the individual’s health status, and body functions and structures to the demands of the job and the work environment, and the ability to complete instrumental… Read more »