The bathroom is the most important room to remodel for safety when it comes to aging in place.
Best flooring for aging in place.
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According to the cdc more than 1 in 4 adults aged 65 or older fall each year.
By fay wein communication specialist.
It s important to take into consideration the current needs of the homeowner s but also to do your best to anticipate any future needs.
Choosing flooring for the long term.
From the pattern of your floor to the.
Choosing a flooring that will help prevent slips and falls is a critical part of this process.
Vinyl offers the same hard wearing and low maintenance benefits of linoleum.
Kitchen flooring design and safety scores for aging in place march 24 2016 by fay wein leave a comment the kitchen is the second most important room to remodel for safety if you re planning to age in place coming in only behind the bathroom.
Best and worst bathroom flooring for aging in place safety.
Which types are best for kitchens bathrooms steps and main living areas.
And out of these falls 20 lead to broken bones or head injuries.
All in all there are many options available for seniors aging in place when it comes to carpeting and flooring and improving the safety of the home.