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Accessible Walk-In Tubs — Ella’s Deluxe with 22 Air and Hydrotherapy Jets
- Jul 09, 2011
- By Atlanta Home Modifications
- In Accessible Bathroom Showers and Walk-InTubs
Once considered by many consumers to be a luxury item, more and more homes are now equipped with walk-in tubs. One of the models Atlanta Home Modifications, LLC has purchased for installation is Ella’s Deluxe model manufactured by Ella’s Walk-In Tubs and equipped with 22 air and hydrotherapy jets. They have a few different models of varying sizes and features, and all include the same…
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Home and Community Based Home Modifications Funding in Atlanta
- Jun 29, 2011
- By Atlanta Home Modifications
- In Financing Assistive Technology
The Georgia Department of Human Services offers community based services to assist elderly and people with disabilities to remain living in their homes longer, in spite of mobility challenges. A few of the services include home modifications. The following is quoted from the <a href="http://team.georgia.gov/portal/site/DHS-DAS/menuitem why not try here.9e91405d0e424e248e738510da1010a0/?vgnextoid=baf466ef2affff00VgnVCM100000bf01010aRCRD”>GA Dept. of Human Services Division of Aging Services website, the 2008 – 2011 State Plan stated:…
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CATEA – Center for Assistive Technology and Environmental Access Volunteers Needed for a Research Study Investigating the Risk Factors Associated with Developing Pressure Ulcers Study involvement for qualified individuals will include: A brief seating evaluation to assess your sitting posture. Tests for sitting pressures, tissue thickness, blood flow and lab values. Answering interview questions about your tissue (skin) health, wheelchair and seating equipment. Qualifications: Must…
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Vehicle Mobility Aids for Wheelchairs and Scooters
- Jun 18, 2011
- By Atlanta Home Modifications
- In Financing Assistive Technology, Modular and Portable Ramps
Considering the purchase of a handicap accessible vehicle? There are a number of important decisions to be made as you begin your search. The first question is, will you seek a vehicle that has already been modified, or will you do the modification to the vehicle after you purchase it? If you are looking for assistance in answering this question, you may consider locating a…
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The Sterling 2000 Stairlift
- Jun 07, 2011
- By Atlanta Home Modifications
- In Uncategorized
The Sterling 2000 Stairlift is a well-known curved or switch back stairlift system offering a safe, comfortable and smooth ride. The Sterling 2000 curved stair lift may also include as options — a powered automatic hinge solution to prevent the track from blocking a doorway at the bottom of the stairs; and a powered folding footplate and to swivel the seat away from the stair…
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Flute Playing Made Easier For Persons with Disabilities
- Jun 01, 2011
- By Atlanta Home Modifications
- In Accessibility Design
Accessible Musical Instruments Are you or a loved one interested in perfecting your flute playing expertise, but hindered by a disability? Visit http://www.flutelab.com/swan.html FluteLab is a Dutch company founded in 1986 by Maarten Visser. FluteLab specializes in making experimental flutes, designed to change the angle of flute playing to reduce stress on your right shoulder, neck and left shoulder. From the website: “The Swan Neck…
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ADA Federal Disability Regulations
- May 25, 2011
- By Atlanta Home Modifications
- In Accessibility Design
ADA disability regulations regarding handicap grab bars, wheelchair ramps, and state certified stair lifts have been widely used since 1992 in public and privatebathrooms across America, establishing helpful standards for the location and installation of handicap accessible grab bars. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became effective on January 26, 1992. This long overdue set of regulations established federal guidelines for employment and services available…
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Portable Wheelchair Ramps
- May 18, 2011
- By Atlanta Home Modifications
- In Accessibility Design, Modular and Portable Ramps
<a href="http://atlantahomemods.files.wordpress cymbalta 30 mg.com/2011/05/ez-access-ramp-atlanta-home-modifications-suitcase-ramp.jpg”> Portable Wheelchair Ramps Portable EZ-Access wheelchair ramps for homes are available with railings, as lightweight suitcase models, or as large sturdy ramp solutions to conquering stairways. Visit https://atlantahomemods.com/RampHandicapWheelchairRampsAluminumAtlanta.aspx for more details
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The ADA Handicap Accessible Kitchen
- May 17, 2011
- By Atlanta Home Modifications
- In Accessibility Design
The ADA Handicap Accessible Kitchen maximizes appliance access clearances, accessible cabinet doors, drawers and shelves. Visit http://www.geappliances.com/design_center/universal_design/ for great ideas.
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HealthCraft bars and poles stabilize!
- May 14, 2011
- By Atlanta Home Modifications
- In Accessibility Design, Grab Bars
HealthCraft bars and poles stabilize! Health Craft bars and poles offer stability in the bathing areas. Poles are easily mounted at the bedside, kitchen or anywhere an extra bit of support for balance is needed. The Dependa-Bar is a wall mounted grab bar that has a pivoting and locking rail. Visit https://atlantahomemods.com/SpaciousandAccessibleBathroom.aspx http://ow.ly/i/bAdw
