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Aging Well | Last Active: Oct 21 10:18am | Replies (357)

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@gingerw

When we bought this house and relocated, in 2019, there was one condition I was adamant on: no stairs/steps. Fortunately, a previous owner had created a ramp so to speak, from driveway to front door, as he was in a wheelchair. On the other side of the porch there are two steps down that lead to front grass, but I don't have to use them. The back porch has 3 steps down, but I simply go out front door and walk around the house.

Likewise, a previous owner had installed grab bar for the tub/shower, and next to toilet. At the time of purchase we didn't need any of this, but health conditions change. Now I do. Last owner replaced a small third bedroom to create an on-suite to main bedroom, including "soaking tub" We replaced that with a low threshold shower that will accommodate a shower seat, and added grab bars on each end of enclosure. It's a game-changer, for sure!
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I agree with you, when you need these things, you are glad you have them. At my current house I put in all assisted livings features. I put a large ramp in the back, a pathway, so I can avoid steps. Also, in a 3rd bedroom I put my washer and dryer, so no basement the other part of the room is used as an office. I'm glad all these steps were taken to ensure my safety.

Hi Ginger,
What about the kitchen?
I had all the upper cabinets removed, did not want to step on ladder or step stool. Cabinet man did a good job of giving me space for everything.
What I no longer used, went to charity.