SWAAD Can Help Mobility-Impaired With Costs
September 21, 2009
The Southwest Washington Agency on Aging and Disabilities (SWAAD) is part of the national network of Area Agencies on Aging and a public service agency solely dedicated to helping persons aged 60 and over, adults with disabilities and their families to access needed community services in Clark, Cowlitz, Wahkiakum, Klickitat and Skamania counties. This agency may help you with retrofitting your home as your mobility or your ability to get around changes and depends on your qualifications.
Photo by Rawlinson
You can find more info at SWAAD’s website: www.helpingelders.org
Another helpful agency which has links to SWAAD is the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS)’s agency called Aging and Disability Services Administration (ADSA) for Washington State, www.aasa.dshs.wa.gov .
Assistive Technology is a national website featuring new technologies and products: www.assistivetech.net/index.php . You can find nifty devices like the tush push toilet seat lift.
Tush Push toilet seat lift
Access at Home, Inc. is an approved supplier for the SWAAD and DSHS ADSA agencies!
Look forward to more information posted about Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas in Oregon as we develop our relationships with similar agencies serving them.
New Bathroom Retrofit In The Works
September 18, 2009
Our sweet 80-yr-old customer, Mrs. M, loves to take baths and lives alone. Her gorgeous 4-yr-old home has a fabulous triangular jetted tub with 2 full length glass block walls on both sides of the tub in her master bathroom. (A photo would be nice to see this — maybe next week.) One late evening a few weeks ago, she tried to take a bath and could not get out by herself. She had to make an urgent call to her dear sweet sister (and was fortunate to have brought the phone with her.) When Sis showed up, they giggled so hard about the situation, it took both of their energies to get out. Mrs. M’s a night owl bather and wants to keep her independence. She is also adamant about keeping the new home’s elegant style and designs. She doesn’t want it to look like a hospital or institution at all.
Tony and Lori, Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists were called after a nephew found them at the Fair. They did NOT want to touch that beautiful master jetted tub due to her request to keep her home’s elegant design in synch. She is currently using the shower with a chair as needed. She sure misses the soaking and hydro-therapeutic bathing. Her calves and ankles were swollen and surely needed the hydrotherapy from water and air jet systems.
Surprisingly, they discovered another bathroom that had a low-end bath/shower insert with plastic doors. It also did not fit the sophistication and high quality look of the home. The bathroom has stone flooring, polished traverteen counters, and redwood cabinetry. This is where she snuck a bath but knew it wasn’t very safe for her either. They recommended the perfect solution calling for the installation of a Best Bath Escape jetted walk in bathtub, gray tile surrounding that matches the floor, additional lighting, and a white ceiling.
See the before pictures. Stay tuned for updates. Construction begins in October (‘o9).
Mrs. M's Bath/Shower BEFORE
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Measuring For A Threshold Ramp
September 18, 2009
- plastic
- rubber
- metal
The easiest material to work with and use is rubber. We can cut it at the right point for a smooth transition.
See photos below. You need a measuring device and a straightedge. Ensure that your straightedge is parallel to the floor.
Local Fair Helps Seniors To Stay In Their Homes!
September 18, 2009
- Tony demonstrates the Best Bath Escape Plus Tub
- Tony and Lori Rhodig, Owners of Access at Home, with Best Salesgirl
The Rhodigs really enjoyed meeting nearly 1000 potential customers at the 2009 Clark County Fair in August.
This family-owned business is really excited to start building relationships with local families on how to stay in their beautiful, comfortable homes longer ~ and safely.
The best Salesperson, Taylor, was richly rewarded for her sales efforts with cotton candy, shark-viewing, the BIG rollercoaster, and an elephant ear.
They were thrilled to learn about what folks are interested in for safety, comfort, and accessibility.
Rane Bathing Systems
Best Bath Systems
EZ-ACCESS
Healthcraft