Resources
Resources
The following websites were found in a cursory search for companies offering products which might be a bit difficult to locate. These websites are only a starting point but are a source of education about these products, in and of themselves. As you conduct further research, I wish the best for you in your continuing efforts to find the right products to meet your needs.
A tremendous housing crisis is slowly developing in America. Less than 1% of the homes in the United States have features allowing aging to safely occur in them. By 2032, over 68 million current homeowners will be unable to continue living in their homes, unless significant renovation first occurs.
In this book, we take increasingly concerned aging homeowners, and their equally concerned adult children, on a concise journey. We move from inside our society, to outside the home, then inward and throughout a typical residence. At each step, we examine suggested renovations that will enable our elders to continue using those spaces, even as age diminishes their physical and mental capabilities. Perhaps even more importantly, it examines how to set priorities, so such renovations can be done practically and without facing too much resistance.
PART “A”
MANUFACTURERS PRODUCTS BY CATEGORIES
Keyless Entry Systems / Proximity Readers
Hid – Proximity Readers – https://www.hidglobal.com/product-mix/proximity-readers – https://www.hidglobal.com/contact
Kantech – https://www.kantech.com/products/rkc_proximity.aspx – kantechsales@tycoint.com
Avigilon – https://www.avigilon.com/blog/proximity-card-access-control – https://www.avigilon.com/about
IPRW Series Wiegand Proximity Readers – https://www.sdcsecurity.com/iprw.htm – service@sdcsecurity.com
Walk-off Mats
McMaster-Carr – https://www.mcmaster.com/products/walk-off-mats/
Mats, Inc. – https://mats-inc.com/product/recessed-grates-mats-carpet-tiles.html – https://mats-inc.com/contact-us.html
The Mad Matter – https://madmatter.com/aluminum-walk-off-mats/ – https://madmatter.com/contact-us/
Greatmats – https://www.greatmats.com/ – info@greatmats.com
Rugs With Rubber Backing
Ottomanson – Area rugs with rubber – https://ottomanson.com/ – info@ottomanson.com
Gorilla Grip – Area rugs with rubber – https://gorillagrip.com/collections/rug-pads-grippers – https://gorillagrip.com/pages/contact-us
Faber Rug Company – https://www.faberrug.com – contact@www.faberrug.com
Grab Bars of all varieties – mounted to floors / walls / ceilings
Grab Bars Direct – https://www.grabbarsdirect.com/ – Lee Lowden – sales@grabbars.com
Grab Bars – https://www.grabbars.com – Sales@GrabBars.com
Grab Bar Specialists – https://www.grabbarspecialists.com – https://www.grabbarspecialists.com/contact.php
Mr. Grab Bar – https://mrgrabbar.com/collections/grab-bars – customerservice@mrgrabbar.com
Aging-in-Place – Best ADA Grab bars – Aging-in-Place. – https://aginginplace.org
Medline Toilet Safety Rails – https://www.medline.com/product/Toilet-Safety-Rails/Toilet-Rails/Z05-PF04688 – https://www.medline.com/about-us/contact-us/
Vive Grab Bar – www.vivehealth.com – service@vivehealth.com
Delta Faucet Contemporary Grab Bar – https://www.deltafaucet.com/bathroom/accessories/grab-bars – https://www.deltafaucet.com/service-parts/contact-us/email-support
Moen Designer Bathroom Grab Bar – https://www.moen.com – https://www.moen.com/customer-support/contact-us
Ponte Giulio – Bathroom safety accessories – https://www.pontegiulio.com/en-INT/home.html – info@pontegiulio.it
Kingston Kitchen and Bath – Wide variety of bath equipment – https://www.kingstonbrass.com – https://www.kingstonbrass.com/pages/contact-us
Prebuilt H.C. Bathroom Modules
Bath System – https://www.bathsystem.com/en/ – info@bathsystem.com
Durapods – https://durapods.com – https://durapods.com/#contact
ContainArt – www.containartcommunitybuilders. com/ – containartcommunity@gmail.com
H.C. Accessible Tubs – Self-sealing Doors
Safestep – https://www.safesteptub.com – https://www.safesteptub.com/contact-us/
Kohler – https://www.kohlerwalkinbath.com – https://www.kohlerwalkinbath.com/contact/
Kohler – ADA compliant products – https://www.kohler.com/en/products/shop-ada-compliant-products – https://www.kohler.com/en/support/contact
Homeability – http://homeability.com/ – https://homeability.com/contact/
Universal Tubs – https://universaltubs.com/ – info@universaltubs.com
Bath Planet – Walk-in tubs and showers – https://www.bathplanet.com/ – info@bciacrylic.com
Ella Bubbles – https://ellasbubbles.com/?utm_source=aip&utm_medium=walk-in-tubs-aip-c – https://ellasbubbles.com/contact/
Meditub – https://meditub.com/walk-in-bathtubs/ – info@meditubs.com
American Standard – https://walkintubs.americanstandard-us.com –
kozake@americanstandard.com
Jacuzzi – https://baths.jacuzzi.com/walkin-bath/l/walk-in-tubs/ – https://baths.jacuzzi.com/walkin-bath/l/walk-in-tubs/contact-us
Endurance – https://endurancetubs.com/walk-in-tubs/ – info@endurancetubs.com
Homeward Bath – https://www.homewardbath.com/ – info@steamplanet.com
Ariel – https://www.arielbath.com/bathtubs/whirlpool-tubs – sales@arielbath.com
H.C. Accessible Showers - curb-free with a hard door
Barrier Free – Tubs and showers – https://www.barrierfree.com/ – Jesse Vycital – jesse@barrierfree.com
AccessibleShowers – https://www.accessibleshowers.com/ – https://www.freedomshowers.com/contact
Aquatic – Tubs and showers – https://aquaticbath.com/ – https://aquaticbath.com/contact-us
ActiveAid – bath / toilet / shower systems – https://activeaid.com – https://activeaid.com/contact-us/
Hand Held Showerheads
Waterpik – https://www.waterpik.com/shower-head/products/hand-held/ – https://www.waterpik.com/shower-head/product-support/frequently-asked-questions/
Speakman – https://www.speakman.com/ – customerservice@speakman.com
Pfister – https://international.pfisterfaucets.com/bathroom/category/showerheads-hand-held-showers – pfisterlatam@spectrumbrands.com
Peerless – https://www.peerlessfaucet.com/bath/shower-heads–handshowers – https://www.peerlessfaucet.com/customer-support/contact-us
Toilet Seat Risers
Centoco – Raised Toilet Seat – https://www.centoco.com/raised-seat – https://www.centoco.com/contact-us
AquaSense – Raised toilet seat – https://www.myaquasense.com/products/raised-toilet-seats-with-lid/
Bathing Assistance Mechanisms
SB – www.solutionbased.com – sliding toileting and shower chair – Israel Gamburd – israel@sb.care
SEACHROME – Teak shower seats – https://seachrome.com/ – sales@seachrome.com
DecoTeak – Teak shower seats – https://www.decoteak.com – https://www.decoteak.com/pages/contact.html
CSI Bathware – Grab bars and shower accessories – https://www.csibathware.com – https://www.csibathware.com/contact-us/
UPLYFT – Self transfer systems – https://myuplyft.com/ – https://myuplyft.com/contact/
ARB Teak – Bath and shower accessories – https://arbteak.com – info@arbteak.com
MUSTEE – Bath and shower accessories – https://mustee.com/ – info@mustee.com
Transolid – Shower and bath products – http://www.transolid.com/shower_bath – sales@transolid.com
Better Living – Bath and shower products – https://betterlivingproductsusa.com/ – https://betterlivingproductsusa.com/pages/contact-us
Wireless Emergency Pull Cords and Call Buttons
Visiplex – Wireless panic button system – https://www.visiplex.com/wireless-panic-button-system – sales@visiplex.com
Lively – Emergency call responders – https://www.lively.com/services-apps – https://www.lively.com/support/contact-us/
Systems Technologies – Wireless nurse call and emergency systems – https://www.wirelessnursecall.com/ – https://www.wirelessnursecall.com/contact
Radiant Heat Mats - below bathroom floors
Warmly Yours – Heating mats – https://www.warmlyyours.com – info@warmlyyours.com
SunTouch – Heating mats – https://www.suntouch.com/products/hvac-hot-water-solutions/electric-floor-heating/electric-floor-heating-systems – https://www.suntouch.com/support
ThermoSoft – Heating systems – https://us.thermosoft.com – https://us.thermosoft.com/support/contact
Wayfinding Signage
LG Business Solutions – https://www.lg.com/us/business/vertical-markets/wayfinding – https://www.lg.com/us/support/contact
Sign Bracket Store – https://www.signbracketstore.com/ – https://cloud.hello.plantersunlimited.com/SBS-Contact
Encompass – https://www.encompasssign.com/systems – info@encompasssign.com
Takeform – https://www.takeform.net/products/this-way – https://www.takeform.net/company/contact
Howard Industries – https://www.howardindustries.com/products/wayfinding-signs – sales@howardindustries.com
Raised Planter Beds
Eartheasy – https://eartheasy.com/yard-garden/raised-garden-beds – Shannon Cowan – shannon@eartheasy.com
Nature Explore – http://shop.natureexplore.org/Raised-Planter-Beds/ – https://natureexplore.org/contact-us/
Aosom – https://www.aosom.com/outdoor-patio – customerservice@aosom.com
Pass Through Wall Box
DK Hardware – https://www.dkhardware.com – https://www.dkhardware.com/contact-us.html
Protex – Through wall locking drop box – https://www.digitalbuyer.com/ –
Small Ramps for Crossing Thresholds
RampNOW – Ramps and lifts of all types – https://rampnow.com/products/ramps/ – info@rampnow.com
Safepath EZ Edge Transition – Rubber transition ramp – https://www.healthproductsforyou.com – https://www.healthproductsforyou.com/contactus.htm
Handi Ramp – https://handiramp.com/thresholdramps/ – https://handiramp.com/contactus.php
Living Spinal – PVI ramp – https://livingspinal.com – support@livingspinal.com
Curb Ramp
Maxsa Innovations – Curb ramp – https://www.maxsainnovations.com/curb-ramp/ – info@MAXSAinnovations.com
Modular Ramp Sections
Upside Innovations – Modular ramp sections – https://upsideinnovations.com/ – https://upsideinnovations.com/contact/
Rampit – Lightweight modular ramp components – www.rampitusa.com – Travis Mather – tmather@rampitusa.com
Prairie View Industries – multifold aluminum wheelchair ramps – https://www.pvimanufacturing.com – https://www.pvimanufacturing.com/contact-us/
Aftermarket Modular Handrail Components
Simplified Building – Outdoor railing kits – https://www.simplifiedbuilding.com/kits/stair-railing-kits – info@simplifiedbuilding.com
Lapeyre Stairs – Pre-engineered standard stairs – https://www.lapeyrestair.com/products/bolted-stairs/bolted-access-stairs – ls.sales@lapeyrestair.com
Steel-Tek – Railing components – https://www.steel-tek.com/products/ – https://www.steel-tek.com/contact
Dumbwaiters from Garage
https://www.dumbwaiters.com/ – Stephanie Scheller – Stephanie@TheStephanieScheller.com
Matot – Dumbwaiters – https://www.matot.com/ – https://www.matot.com/contact
Arrow Lift – Lifts, home elevators, and material handling – https://arrowlift.com/other-solutions/dumbwaiters/ – https://arrowlift.com/contact/
Home Elevator – Jeeves dumbwaiters – https://www.home-elevator.net/jeeves-pro.php – info@nwlifts.com
Chair Lifts for Stairs
Bruno Independent Living Aids – stair and scooter lifts – https://www.bruno.com/ https://slipproofsafety.com
Stannah – Stair lifts – https://www.stannah-stairlifts.com/ – https://www.stannah-stairlifts.com/contacts/
Harmar – Stair lifts – https://www.harmar.com – https://www.harmar.com/contact/
Lang Home Medical Equipment – stairlifts and platforms – www.langhme.com – Matthew Tangen – Matthew@langhme.com
Garaventa Lift – outdoor stair lifts – https://www.garaventalift.com/ – https://www.garaventalift.com/en/contact.html
Platform Lifts - for short level changes
Apex – Wheelchair lifts – http://www.apexwheelchairlifts.com/ – info@nwlifts.com
Bruno – Various types of lifts – https://www.bruno.com/vertical-platform-lifts/residential – social@bruno.com
AmeriGlide – Lifts, elevators, tubs and other accessibility solutions – https://www.ameriglide.com/Vertical-Platform-Lifts.htm – sales@ameriglide.com
Freedom Lift Systems – Wheelchair lifts – https://www.freedomliftsystems.com – https://www.freedomliftsystems.com/contact
Stairtracks Mobility – custom platform lifts – www.startracksmobility.com – Robert Helvie – sales@startracks.org
IndeeLift – www.indeelift.com – Michael Martin – Michael.martin@indeelift.com
LULA Elevator Lifts
Nationwide Lifts – Dealer for various manufacturers of elevators and lifts – http://home-elevator.net – https://home-elevator.net/contact.php
LULA Elevators – Small elevators – https://lula-elevators.com/ – https://lula-elevators.com/contact-us.php
Access Elevator– lifts and elevators – www.allaboutaccess.net – Frank Wasilewski – frank@allaboutaccess.net
Savaria Lifts – Residential lifts and elevators – https://www.savaria.com – https://www.savaria.com/contact-us
Small Residential Elevators
Garaventa Lift – Small elevators – https://www.garaventalift.com/ – https://www.garaventalift.com/en/contact.html
Residential Elevators – Home elevators – https://residentialelevators.com/ – https://www.residentialelevators.com/contact/
Lifeway Mobility – lifts, ramps and stair lifts – www.lifewaymobility.com – info@lifewaymobility.com
Stiltz Home Lifts – residential elevators – https://www.stiltzlifts.com – https://www.stiltzlifts.com/contact-us/
Fox Valley Elevators – residential elevators, dumbwaiters – https://www.foxvalleyelevator.com – https://www.foxvalleyelevator.com/contact-us/
Hospital Type Beds
ProBed – adjustable beds for patient care – www.pro-bed.com – Brian Bailey – bbailey@pro-bed.com
Love Rehab Solutions – adjustable safety beds for children – www.LoveRehab.Solutions – John Burley – jburley@loverehab.solutions –
Flexabed – adjustable beds – https://flexabed.com – https://flexabed.com/contact-us/
Video Phones / Intercom Systems ? Doorbell Cameras
Door Ringer – Safety and surveillance – https://door-ringer.com – info@door-ringer.com
Ring – Doorbell security cameras – https://ring.com – https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360036196372
Swiftlane – Access and security solutions – https://www.swiftlane.com – contact@swiftlane.com
Home Security Systems
Vivint – https://www.vivint.com – ir@vivint.com
Frontpoint – https://www.frontpointsecurity.com/ – https://www.frontpointsecurity.com/contact
Abode – https://goabode.com – support@goabode.com
Blink – Smart security camera – https://blinkforhome.com/ – info@blinkforhome.com
Digital Medication Dispenser
Hero Health – https://herohealth.com/ – hello@herohealth.com
Tab Time Super 8 – https://tabtime.com – https://us.tabtime.com/pages/contact-us
LiveFine Automatic Pill Dispenser – https://www.livefineproducts.com – supportlfc@camarketing.com
Livi automated medication dispenser – https://www.liviathome.com/ – info@liviathome.com
e-pill Vibrating Pocket Pillbox – https://www.epill.com/ – sales@epill.com
Pet Bathing Tubs
Vevor – Pet grooming tubs – https://www.vevor.com/s/pet-bath – https://www.vevor.com/pages/contact-us
Robotic Lawn Mowers
Husqvarna – Automower – https://www.husqvarna.com/us/professional-lawn-mowers/#commercial-robotic-lawn-mowers – https://www.husqvarnagroup.com/en/contacts
Gardena – 15101-41 SILENO Life – https://us.gardena.com/collections/robotic-mowers – https://us.gardena.com/pages/contact
Robomow – RS630 mower – https://www.robomow.com/ – https://www.robomow.com/about-us/contact
Keyhole Lights with Motion Detection
Collections, Etc. – https://www.collectionsetc.com/products/motion-activated-door-keyhole-light – https://www.collectionsetc.com/customer-support/contact-us/
Newegg – https://www.newegg.com/p/pl?d=keyhole+light – wecare.facebook@newegg.com
Lockable Pass-through Box - for small deliveries
Robot Vacuum and Mop Devices
iRobot – https://www.irobot.com – Vacuums and mops (Roomba) – https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/contactsupport
Neato Robotics – Vacuums – https://neatorobotics.com – https://support.neatorobotics.com/hc/en-us
Roborock – Vacuums – https://us.roborock.com/products – https://us.roborock.com/pages/contact-us
Programmable Thermostats
Google Nest – Smart thermostats – https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/contact/ – https://support.google.com/store/gethelp
Ecobee – Smart thermostats – https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/smart-thermostats – https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/contact/
Vehicle Accessibility
Bettenhausen Mobility – Braunability accessible vans dealer – www.BettenhausenMobility.com – Micah Neely – mneely@bettenhausenauto.com
BraunAbility – Wheelchair accessible vehicles and lifts – https://www.braunability.com/us/en.html – productspecialist@braunability.com
Adapt-Solutions – Vehicle access solutions – https://www.adaptsolutions.com/ – info@adaptsolutions.com
AMS Auto – Affordable wheelchair accessible vans – https://illinoishandicapvans.com/ – ams@amsauto.net
MobilityWorks – Wheelchair accessible vans, cars, and SUV’s – https://www.mobilityworks.com/ – https://www.mobilityworks.com/contact/
Toyota Mobility – Accessible vehicles – https://www.toyotamobility.com/ – https://www.toyotamobility.com/dealers
VMI / AMS Vans – Accessible vehicles – https://www.vantagemobility.com/ – https://www.vantagemobility.com/dealers/
Induction Cooktops
Thermador – Induction cooktop – https://www.thermador.com – https://www.thermador.com/us/support/contact-us/contactus-others
Bosch – Induction cooktop – https://www.bosch-home.com – https://www.bosch-home.com/us/owner-support/contact-us/contact-form-applianceadvice
Frigidaire – Induction cooktops and ranges – https://www.frigidaire.com/en/c/Induction-Cooktops-Ranges – https://www.frigidaire.com/en/contact-us
Samsung – Induction cooktops and ranges – https://www.samsung.com/us/search/searchMain/?listType=g&searchTerm=induction – https://www.samsung.com/us/support/contact/
Kitchen Aid – Induction cooktop – https://www.kitchenaid.com – https://www.kitchenaid.com/resources/contact-us.html
Under Counter Drawer Dishwashers
AJ Madison – DishDrawer dishwasher – https://www.ajmadison.com – https://www.ajmadison.com/page/contact-us/
Fisher & Packel – Drawer dishwasher – https://www.fisherpaykel.com/us/dishwashing/ – https://www.fisherpaykel.com/us/help-and-support/contact-us
Pull-Down Shelving
Kitchensource – Pull-down kitchen shelving – https://www.kitchensource.com/uppercabinetorganizers/d/pulldownshelves/ – support@kitchensource.com
Rev-A-Shelf – Pull-down kitchen shelving – https://rev-a-shelf.com/2552 – https://rev-a-shelf.com/contact-us
Adjustable Height Countertops
Granberg – https://www.granberg.se/en/our-products/accessible-kitchen – Robert Enemard – robert.enemard@granberg.se
Under Cabinet Lights - with motion detection
Kill Switch for Electric Stoves
RangeSafe – Safety replacement knobs – https://www.rangesafe.com – https://www.rangesafe.com/contact-rangesafe
Fireavert – Electric Stove Automatic Shut-Off – https://www.fireavert.com/products – support@fireavert.com
CookStop – Stovetop Fire Prevention – https://www.cookstop.com – https://www.cookstop.com/#Contact
Downdraft Stoves
Kitchenaid – https://www.kitchenaid.com/pinch-of-help/major-appliances/what-is-a-downdraft-range.html – https://www.kitchenaid.com/resources/contact-us.html
Jennair – https://www.jennair.com/ranges/electric/downdraft-electric-ranges – nar_jennair_customerexperience@jennair.com
Zline – https://zlinekitchen.com – https://zlinekitchen.my.site.com/CustomerExperiencePortal/s/
Clear Offset / Expandable / Double Swing Hinges
Quality Door & Hardware – https://qualitydoor.com – https://qualitydoor.com/pages/contact-us
Hardware Source – https://www.hardwaresource.com – info@hardwaresource.com
Hinge Outlet – https://www.hingeoutlet.com – help@hingeoutlet.com
Sugatsune – https://www.sugatsune.com – support@sugatsune.com
Hands-free Entry Options – pressure pad / motion sensor / push plate
Norton Rixson – Door controls and hardware – https://www.nortondoorcontrols.com – https://www.nortonrixson.com/en/contact-us
Commercial Door Systems – Touchless entry – https://www.commdoorsystems.com/touchless-entry/ – info@commdoorsystems.com
After- market View Windows - to install in inside doors
Overhead Hoist Rails and Components
OpenMed – Ceiling Hoists – https://www.opemed.net/products/patient-transfer/ceiling-hoists – https://www.opemed.net/contact/
Dolphin – Hoists – https://www.dolphinstairlifts.com/gantry-hoists-for-disabled-people – https://www.dolphinstairlifts.com/contact
Surehands – Overhead transfer and patient movement – https://www.surehands.com/ – info@surehands.com
Assistance with Standing
Altimate Medical – Various mobility aids – https://easystand.com/ – https://easystand.com/contact-us/
EasyStand – Assistance in standing upright – https://easystand.com – https://easystand.com/contact-us/
Zing – Assistance in standing upright – https://zingstanders.com – https://zingstanders.com/contact-us/
Personal Emergency Alert Systems
Mobile Help – https://www.mobilehelp.com/ – https://www.mobilehelp.com/pages/contact-us
OneCallAlert – https://onecallmedicalalert.com/ – cs@onecallalert.com
ADT Home Alarm Systems – https://www.adt.com/ – AlwaysThere@adt.com
LifeFone – https://www.lifefone.com – service@lifefone.com
Artificial Intelligence Pets
Joy for All – https://joyforall.com – support@agelessinnovation.com
Sony Aibo – https://us.aibo.com/ – https://www.sony.com/en_us/SCA/contacts/overview.html
Remote Care via Tablets and Avatars
https://www.grandcare.com/ – Scott Feldstein – sfeldstein@grandcare.com
PatientPoint – https://www.patientpoint.com – https://www.patientpoint.com/contact
PointClickCare – Remore care – http://www.touchstreamsolutions.com/ – remotecare@pointclickcare.com
Snug Safety – An app that allows seniors to check in daily using phones – https://www.snugsafe.com/ – support@snugsafety.com
Humanoid Robots
Blue Frog Robotics – Mobile emotional robots – http://www.bluefrogrobotics.com/robot/ – https://www.bluefrogrobotics.com/contact-us
Medical Systems - with bracelet or keychain tags
Keruve – GPS watch and receiver – https://www.keruve.com
Mister Track – GPS bracelet – https://mistertrack.com/en/the-gps-bracelet-with-locator-for-the-elderly/ – https://mistertrack.com/en/contact/
Tracki – GPS Trackers – https://tracki.com/ – https://tracki.com/pages/contact-us
Bay Alarm Medical – Medical alert systems, including fall detection – https://www.bayalarmmedical.com/ – cs@bayalarmmedical.com
Medical Guardian – High tech systems – https://www.medicalguardian.com – https://www.medicalguardian.com/contact
MobileHelp – Two-for-one systems – https://www.mobilehelp.com/ –
Medical Alert – Mobile application – https://www.medicalert.org – https://www.medicalert.org/contact/?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=B_Medicalert_Bracelets_Brand_Search&utm_id=427310897&utm_term=medicalert&utm_sfcrm_id=7015b000003JvthAAC
Lively – Mobile phone options – https://www.lively.com – https://www.lively.com/support/contact-us/
Aloe Care Health – Integrates with caregivers – https://www.aloecare.com/ – info@getaloecare.com
Smart Home Technology - to run HVAC, verify doors and windows are locked, stoves are off, etc.
SimpliSafe – Smart home protection – https://simplisafe.com – https://simplisafe.com/contact-us
Crestron – Electronics – https://www.crestron.com/Inbound – satisfaction@crestron.com
Light Wheelchairs
Spinlife – Lightweight Transport Chair – https://www.spinlife.com – https://www.spinlife.com/about/contact.cfm
Drive Medical – Deluxe Lightweight Aluminum Transport Wheelchair –
https://www.drivemedical.com/us/en/products/mobility/wheelchairs/transport-chairs/aluminum-transport-chair/p/ATC17-BK/downloadPdf
Medline – Ultralight Transport Wheelchair – https://www.medline.com/category/Durable-Medical-Equipment-DME-/Wheelchairs/Lightweight-Wheelchairs/Z05-CA11_10_25/products
Cheelcare – lightweight chairs and accessories – www.cheelcare.com – Tom Roberts – troberts@cheelcare.com
Folding Scooter Store – portable scooters – www.foldingscooterstore.com – Hunter Donaldson – 804-641-2470 – https://foldingscooterstore.com/pages/contact-us
Mobility & Access – Adaptive strollers / bicycles – https://www.mobilityaccess.com/ – info@mobilityaccess.com
Whill – Power chairs – https://whill.inc/us/ – https://whill.inc/us/contact/
Amigo Mobility – power scooters – https://www.myamigo.com – https://www.myamigo.com/contact/
Basic Wheelchairs
Medline – Steel transport wheelchair – https://www.medline.com – https://global.invacare.com/contact-us
Invacare Tracer – EX2 Quick Ship – www.invacare.com – https://global.invacare.com/contact-us
Matia Mobility – www.matiamobility.com – Kevin J McNeil – kmcneil@matiamobility.com
Merits – Scooters, chairs and lifts – www.merits.com – Kristene Bengen – kbengen@meritsusa.com
Permobil – Wheelchairs, Seating, and mattresses www.permobil.com – Tony Campanella – tony.campanella@permobil.com
Pride Mobility – Electric wheelchairs and scooters – www.pridemobility.com – Jeff Distasio – jdistasio@pridemobility.com
National Seating and Mobility – Wheelchairs – https://www.nsm-seating.com/chicago – https://www.nsm-seating.com/contact-us
Action Trackchair – All-terrain wheelchairs – https://actiontrackchair.com/ – info@actiontrackchair.com
ComfyGo, Inc. – Mobility Products – https://comfygomobility.com/ – info@comfygomobility.com
Frog Legs – wheelchair suspension products – https://froglegsinc.com/ – info@froglegsinc.com
GoZeen – mobility and standing assistance – https://gozeen.com/ – info@gozeen.com
Sunrise Medical – All types of wheelchairs and scooters – https://www.sunrisemedical.com/ – https://www.sunrisemedical.com/contact-us
Broda – wheelchairs and chairs – https://brodaseating.com/ – https://brodaseating.com/contact
Heavy Duty Electric Wheelchairs
F KD Foldlite – Heavy Duty Electric Wheelchair – http://www.kd-foldlite.com/electric-wheelchairs – service@kd-foldlite.com
Porto Mobility – Ranger Discovery Wheelchair – www.portomobility.com – https://www.portomobility.com/contact
EZ Lite Cruiser – www.ezlitecruiser.com – support@ezlitecruiser.com
Pride Mobility – Jazzy 1450 – www.pridemobility.com – https://www.pridemobility.com/contact-us.asp
4 Wheel Walkers with Seats
Flooring Transition Strips
Koffler Sales – Transitions and thresholds – https://kofflersales.com – info@kofflersales.com
OnFlooring – Transition strips and trim – https://onflooring.com/products/transition-strips – https://onflooring.com/contact
Easiklip Floors – Transition strips – https://easiklip.com – https://easiklip.com/pages/contact-us
Adjustable Chair Cushion
Sitnstand – Portable lift chair – www.sitnstand.com – Amir – amir@sitnstand.com – (already signed form)
PART “B”
DISTRIBUTORS OF MULTIPLE PRODUCTS MEETING NEEDS
Invacare – Mobility and patient care products – www.invacare.com – Brian Murphy – bmurphy@invacre.com (send email with form and ask the question again)
Rifton Equipment – Wide variety of adaptive equipment – www.rifton.com – sales@rifton.com – 800-571-8198 – call to find out to whom to direct an inquiry
My Care Supplies – medical supplies for at-home care – https://mycaresupplies.com – https://mycaresupplies.com/contact-us/
Handicare – stairlifts, lifts, slings, transfer systems – https://www.handicareusa.com – https://www.handicareusa.com/contact-us/
EZ Access – ramps, lifts, and in-bed bathing accessories – https://www.ezaccess.com – https://www.ezaccess.com/services-support
Golden Technologies – lift recliners, scooters, power wheelchairs – https://goldentech.com – https://goldentech.com/contact/
Stander – home care safety products, mobility aids, bath safety products, and bed rails – https://stander.com – https://stander.com/contact/
Prism Medical – home medical supplies – https://www.prism-medical.com/team-prism – https://www.prism-medical.com/team-prism/contact/
Health Products for You – Extensive range of home care supplies and equipment – https://www.healthproductsforyou.com/ – https://www.healthproductsforyou.com/contactus.htm
Tri-State Mobility – Range of mobility products – https://tristatemobility.com/ – https://tristatemobility.com/contact-us/
RehabMart – Wide variety of products for rehabilitation and use at home – https://www.rehabmart.com/category/threshold_ramps.htm – https://www.rehabmart.com/assistance.asp
Discount Ramps – Multiple mobility products – https://www.discountramps.com/search.aspx?ss=threshold – https://www.discountramps.com/contactus.aspx
Med Mart – Wide range of products for home use – https://medmartonline.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=modular+ramp – https://medmartonline.com/contact
Handicare – Stair lifts and multiple mobility and home health products – https://www.handicareusa.com/ – https://www.handicareusa.com/contact-us/
Discover My Mobility – Lifts, chairs, and more – https://www.discovermymobility.com – https://www.discovermymobility.com/tops/contact/
Carex – Mobility, safety, and home care solutions – https://carex.com/ – https://carex.com/pages/contact-us
Medline – Heavy Duty Walker and many other medical supplies and devices – https://www.medline.com – https://www.medline.com/about-us/contact-us/
PART “C’
PROVIDERS OF SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY
AgingInPlace – Free online resources for all aspects of aging-in-place – https://aginginplace.org/ – https://aginginplace.org/contact-us/
Hartland – Insurance services for retirement – www.gohartland.com – George Kleanthis – gkleanthis@gohartland.com
Remarkable – Support for entrepreneurs design assistance devices – www.remarkable.org – Molly Levitt – molly@remarkable.org
Strategy for Access Foundation – Documentaries and stories for the disability community – https://fun4thedisabled.com/ – Vanessa Harris – fun@fun4thedisabled.com
Sports N Spokes – Wheelchair sports magazine – www.sportsnspokes.com – https://sportsnspokes.com/contact-us/
Paraplegia News – Magazine for better wheelchair living – www.pnonline.com – Contact Us | PN Online
Orcam Technologies – Text read aloud by scanning – – www.orcam.com – Corrine Nero – Corrine.Nero@orcam.com
Assistive Technology Programs – innovation requested to meet stated needs – listed by state at https://acl.gov/programs/assistive-technology/assistive-technology – https://acl.gov/contact
Home For Life Advantage, Inc. – multiple products for home modifications – www.homeforlifeadvantage.com – info@homeforlifeadvantage.com
Lite Run, Inc. – Gait training system – https://www.literun.com/ – marswalkdemo@literun.com
Pragma System – Upright positioning and gait training – https://pragmasystemusa.com/ – mario@pragmasystemusa.com
World Institute on Disability – Removing barriers excluding people with disabilities – https://wid.org/ – wid@wid.org
International Association of Accessibility Professionals – https://www.accessibilityassociation.org/s/ – https://www.accessibilityassociation.org/s/contact-us
Living in Place Institute – Certification and training programs for aging-in-place – https://livinginplace.institute/ – dani@livinginplace.institute
Administration for Community Living – 2020 Older Americans Act – Authorizing programs – https://acl.gov/about-acl/authorizing-statutes/older-americans-act – https://acl.gov/contact
UDS Foundation – A Guide to Aging in Place Design – https://udservices.org/aging-in-place-design/ – resourcecenter@udservices.org
Justify It – Creates a comprehensive letter of medical necessity (LMN) – https://justifyit.com/ – https://justifyit.com/contact/
AtheleMED – Primary care at home – www.athelemed.com – info@athelemed.com
AgeGuide – A resource and advocate for the aging – https://ageguide.org/ – https://ageguide.org/contact/
Elderworks Educational Services – finding assisted living or any type of senior housing or elder care solutions – https://www.elderwerks.org/ – help@elderwerks.org
Kastle Keepers – Take care of homes while elders are away – https://kastlekeepers.net/ – kastlekeepers@aol.com
Silvernest – Home sharing and roommate finder – https://www.silvernest.com/ – hello@silvernest.com
Nesterly – Home sharing and roommate finder – www.nesterly.com – hello@nesterly.com
My Personal Bookkeeper – Managing household affairs – https://www.mypersonalbookkeeper.com/ – info@mypersonalbookkeeper.com
A Place for Mom – advice for choosing assisted living – https://www.aplaceformom.com – https://www.aplaceformom.com/contact
My Caring Plan – Financial assistance programs for seniors – https://www.mycaringplan.com – support@mycaringplan.com
Debt.org – Financial Help and Government programs for seniors – https://www.debt.org – information@debt.org
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – Making sure banks and other financial institutions treat you fairly – https://www.consumerfinance.gov – CFPB_OlderAmericans@cfpb.gov
NOLO – Information regarding daily money management programs – https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/daily-money-management-programs-seniors-32269.html – https://www.nolo.com/customer-support/contact
American Society on Aging – Enhancing the knowledge and skills of those working with older adults – http://www.asaging.org – info@asaging.org
National Council on the Aging – An association of organizations and professionals dedicated to promoting the dignity, self-determination, well being, and contributions of older persons – http://www.ncoa.org/ – https://www.ncoa.org/page/contact-us
Volunteers of America — provides a wide range of service programs such as meal programs, transportation, Medicare enrollment help, nursing care, and affordable housing. – https://www.voa.org/ – info@voa.org
Feeding America — provides meals for seniors by working with a nationwide network of food banks. – https://www.feedingamerica.org/ – https://give.feedingamerica.org/a/contact-us?_ga=2.66754663.831307722.1688265869-1926423596.1688265869
Meals on Wheels America — with locations across the country, serves home-cooked, nutritious meals to adults aged 60 and above, served at home or in a group setting. – https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/ – info@mealsonwheelsamerica.org
AmeriCorps Seniors — links volunteer seniors to other seniors with daily tasks and companionship. – https://americorps.gov/serve/americorps-seniors – SocialMedia@cns.gov
National PACE Association — offers medical, rehabilitation, personal, and other types of care. – https://www.npaonline.org/ – info@npaonline.org
Family Resource – Turning neighborhoods into supportive retirement communities – https://www.familyresourcehomecare.com/virtual-villages-new-models-of-assistance – https://www.familyresourcehomecare.com/contact-us/
PART “D”
IN SEARCH OF FUNDS
Some upgrades recommended in ‘Renovations to Enable Aging-in-Place’ cost little or nothing. Some, like upgrading to LED fixtures and bulbs, return more savings within a few years, than they initially cost. For information on the cost of many recommended upgrades, the AARP has published a valuable resource entitled the ‘HomeFit Guide.’
There are numerous U.S. agencies that assist in making dwellings more accessible for low-to-moderate income residents. In many cases, qualifications for financial assistance from these programs include:
- The occupant is physically disabled or has difficulty leading a normal life because of aging.
- The unit under consideration is a permanent dwelling unit.
- The total household income is below the stated threshold.
Weatherization Assistance programs are offered by governmental agencies and some private concerns, to help provide finances toward energy-related upgrades. Priority is usually given to the aged and disabled. Utility companies are a good source of information for the availability of these programs.
Upgrading an existing home can be financially daunting. Prioritizing needed changes will become critical. Renovations must be ranked by necessity, by cost, by impact on the user, and by which changes are the most critical to the user’s well-being and continued aging-in-place. Renovations to kitchens and bathrooms seem to find their way to the top of such lists.
Aging-in-place costs are sometimes more affordable, when spread over time. Renovations may also need to be in stages, if the home must remain occupied during any renovations.
Additional ideas and sources for funding needed renovations can be found below.
Help Hope Live – Non-profit assisting with raising tax-sheltered funds – www.helphopelive.org – Sonny Mullen – smullen@helphopelive.org
Amer1can Credit Union – Loans for renovations and equipment – www.american1cu.org – Jenni Knorr – jknorr@a1cu.org
CIGNA Medicare Advantage Health Plans – https://www.cigna.com/ – https://www.cigna.com/medicare/
National Funding Sources listed by Lifeway Mobility – https://www.lifewaymobility.com/resources/national-funding-sources/
National Directory of Home Modification and Repair Resources – https://homemods.org/national-directory/ – https://homemods.org/contact-us/
CareLink – Help for seniors with home repairs – https://www.carelink.org/help-for-seniors-with-home-repairs/ – info@carelink.org
Senior Living – Guidance for important financial decisions for seniors – https://www.seniorliving.org/ – https://www.seniorliving.org/contact/
ElderLife Financial – Financial solutions for Senior Care – https://www.elderlifefinancial.com/ – info@elderlifefinancial.com
Need Help Paying Bills – Sources of all types of awesome assistance – https://www.needhelppayingbills.com – info@needhelppayingbills.com
Eldercare Locator – Information on benefit programs for elders – https://eldercare.acl.gov/public/resources/topic/Financial_Assistance.aspx – eldercarelocator@USAging.org
PART “E’
FINDING RENOVATION CONTRACTORS TO MAKE ALTERATIONS
Home For Life Advantage, Inc. – All Home Modifications Chicagoland – www.homeforlifeadvantage.com – Lori Gibson – info@homeforlifeadvantage.com – instructor
Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists – trained and certified by the National Association of Home Builders – locate them at https://www.nahb.org/nahb-community/nahb-directories/professionals-with-home-building-designations-directory#sort=%40lastname%20ascending&f:Designation=[CAPS] – info@nahb.org
BILD – Accessibility specialist and installer – www.bildnow.com – Sean Auter – sean@bildnow.com
Houzz – Find professionals – https://www.houzz.com/proMatch/design-build/universal-design?m_refid=olm_google_783531962_43646525929_kwd-298507296388&pos=&device=c&nw=g&matchtype=b&loc=9021544&loc2=&lsmr=ho_google&lsd=ho_google&gad=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3a6z9ufa_wIVLyCzAB3dkwfXEAMYASAAEgKJwvD_BwE – https://help.houzz.com/s/contactsupport?language=en_US
National Association of the Remodeling Industry – https://www.nari.org/find-a-chapter – info@nari.org
Lowes ‘Livable Home Services’ – Accessibility products and installers – https://www.lowes.com/l/install/lowes-livable-home-services – https://www.lowes.com/l/help/contact-us
Home Depot ‘Independent Living’ – Accessibility products and installers – https://www.homedepot.com/b/Health-And-Wellness-Independent-Living/N-5yc1vZ2fkon56 – potential_suppliers@homedepot.com
Contractor Connection – Locate contractors of all specialties – https://www.contractorconnection.com/home-remodeling-renovation/expert/services – https://www.contractorconnection.com/about/contact-us/
PART “F’
ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION
General Aging-in-Place:
Enterprise Aging-in-Place Toolkit & Charrette Toolkit with added language for communities pursuing aging in place strategies – http://www.enterprisecommunity.com/solutions-and-innovation/enterprise-green-communities/re-sources/charrette-toolkit
Enterprise Aging-in-Place Existing Building and Site Evaluation Checklist – http://www.enterprisecommunity.com/resources/ResourceDetails?ID=0101080
Aging in Place – A Toolkit for Local Governments by AARP – http://www.aarp.org/content/dam/aarp/livable-communities/plan/planning/aging-in-place-a-toolkit-for-local-governments-aarp.pdf
National Aging-in-Place Council – http://www.ageinplace.org
National Institute on Aging – https://www.nia.nih.gov/
Design for Aging & Aging-in-Place Toolkit by American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) – https://www.asid.org/content/design-aging#.Vsetd00m6Uk
Design for Aging Knowledge Community – American Institute of Architects (AIA) – http://network.aia.org/designforaging/home
National Association of Home Builders Aging In Place Remodeling Information Site – https://www.nahb.org/en/consumers/homeownership/aging-in-place-vs-universal-design/aging-in-place-remodeling.aspx
APA: Planning Aging-Supportive Communities – https://www.planning.org/publications/book/9026902/
Finding a Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist from the National Association of Home Builders – https://www.nahb.org/en/find/directory-designee.aspx#sort=%40flastname44362%20ascending&f:@fdesignationsheldabbreviation44362subl_coveofacets_0=[CAPS]
Specific Topics:
Handbook for Designing Roadways for the Aging Population by the Federal Highway Administration – http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/older_users/handbook/
Flooring Slip Resistance: Products that meet ANSI/NFSI B101.1-2009 – https://nfsi.org/certifications/certified-products/
General Building Resources:
International Code Council – http://www.iccsafe.org/
National Fire Protection Agency – http://www.nfpa.org/
Accessibility / Universal Design:
2012 Enterprise Green Communities Single & Multifamily Universal Design Specifications – http://www.enterprisecommunity.com/resources/ResourceDetails?ID=0084050
Americans with Disabilities Act – https://www.ada.gov/
Fair Housing Authority – http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp
Universal Design – http://www.universaldesign.com/
Health During Aging:
Alzheimer’s Association – http://www.alz.org/
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America – http://www.alzfdn.org/
Arthritis Foundation – www.arthritis.org
Silver Sneakers – https://www.silversneakers.com/