June, 2010
Online registration is now open for Universal Design Summit 4 -- a conference focused on building homes and communities that are safe, accessible and attractive for those of all ages and abilities. The meeting is scheduled for October 10-12 in St. Louis, Missouri. Peruse the agenda for a look at the exciting developments in this area of home design.
May, 2010
Marcie LaBelle, Accommodating Homes' owner and director, is featured in the Spring edition of the University of Hartford's Observer magazine.
December, 2009
Accommodating Homes' occupational therapists offer some product ideas that can make life easier and safer at any age in this article that appeared in the Hartford Courant.
September, 2009
Accommodating Homes, LLC, Helps Homeowners Prepare to "Age in Place"
Resources
Learn more about the role of occupational therapists in helping consumers age in place at the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
Review the National Association of Home Builders CAPS (Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist) designation.
Visit a non-profit website (homemods.org) dedicated to promoting aging in place and independent living.
A multimedia course from Cornell University shows how specific home modifications and tools can improve functioning.
A Colorado ranch demonstrates how stylish (and invisible) an aging-in-place renovation can be.
View a Center for Aging Technologies video on the future of aging at home, with the help of technology.
Aging Well magazine covers smart home technology.
Universally designed home plans are found in Universal Designed Smart Homes for the 21st Century.
Additional information on universal design can be found at the Universal Design Alliance website.