Reasons Why It’s Important to Make Homes More Accessible
According to recent stats, at least 61 million Americans have some special needs. For these people, performing everyday tasks and moving from one place to the other isn’t easy, especially when spaces aren’t designed to cater to their needs.
This blog post will explain why it’s important to make homes more accessible for differently abled individuals.
Understanding Accessibility
What does it mean when we say it’s important to have an accessible design in your home? Accessible design simply means constructing a space that caters to the needs of people who are differently abled. From their safety to comfort, everything is part of accessible design.
Let’s look at some of the benefits of having incorporating accessible design in homes.
Easy Access
Accessible design makes everything in the house easily accessible, not just for those with disability but also for everyone else. Accessible designs can include ramps, lower height furniture, easy-to-operate appliances and much more.
Anything that makes it easier for someone with special needs to perform a task is part of an accessible design.
Decreased Dependency on Others
Increased dependency on a caretaker can result in feelings of worthlessness in differently abled individuals. However, making homes more accessible will not only make the patient’s life easier, but also provide some relaxation to the caretaker.
Less Risk
We often hear stories of elderly loved ones or someone with disability falling in the house and getting severely injured. Often, these injuries can be fatal or worsen disabilities.
An accessible design can prevent such injuries and keep people with disabilities safe. As a caregiver, you won’t have to always accompany the patient or constantly monitor them because you’ll know that they’re safe inside the house.
If you’re looking for ADA compliance contractors to make your house accessible, reach out to us. At Access Built, we offer handicap remodeling, home modification for elderly and disabled, and many other services. We can incorporate accessible design in your home to improve overall quality of life. Get in touch to find out more.
