https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs daily 0.75 2026-04-03 https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/bringing-the-outside-in monthly 0.5 2026-04-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/41d20d2c-df39-40f2-85c6-b09d967acca9/flowers.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - April 2026 Connectedness to nature seems to benefit mood and mental health. Not only do green spaces affect our health but research is demonstrating that the blue spaces (water) can as well. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/cb803c8c-1490-43dd-9a9a-73574e7c5c01/balloon.jpeg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Pagosa Springs, CO. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/f8a01a49-3ff7-4864-9fa1-b59a3fff498d/fish+2.jpeg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Kristen Wier writes in the April 2025 APA journal, “Psychological research is advancing our understanding of how time in nature can improve our mental health and sharpen our cognition.“ Kristen Wier writes in the April 2025 APA journal, “Psychological research is advancing our understanding of how time in nature can improve our mental health and sharpen our cognition.“ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/29b49ba0-60bd-4203-8698-c3ee5d08ca52/surf.JPG Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Dr. Alison Pritchard’s research indicate those connected to nature have a type of contentment that goes beyond just feeling good and includes having a meaningful purpose in life. I know, don’t WIPE out!!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2795af28-cfbe-47d6-9586-4ae4466d8b1a/double+amputee.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Clearly, this person with lower leg amputations is experiencing the nurture of nature through biking! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/3b49fc33-fbcd-486c-a833-6877f37e9dab/desert.jpeg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In Experimental studies suggested a protective effect of exposure to natural environments on mental health outcomes and cognitive function. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/41b034fe-ddbc-4462-9e94-93e91a632af5/fish+tank+2.jpeg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Studies have found consistent physiological and cognitive benefits in indoor environments with diverse connections to nature whether directly, through light, windows or virtual reality. This is called Biophilic Design. Your $1000 word for the day! Fish tanks/screen savers can provide this connection to nature. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/04a746cc-62a5-44f1-884f-6cb84b29fe95/outdoors.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In The view from the window in North Carolina. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/13a550c3-2cc8-48a7-b67a-1ab9e07763dd/butterfly.jpeg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Plants and feeders can attract butterflies and birds outside a window. Plants attracting butterlies and birds will nurture us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/44afa25d-cf80-4b8a-8975-46a19762b126/bird.PNG Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Looking out our window at this guy! The window gives us a great view of this guy by the pool! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/e88a7276-9291-42cc-86d3-edcbae4ed336/garden+container.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Gather plants together for ease of watering and to provide a larger show! Atelier with easy to manage plants, herbs, cactus and a seasonal plant outside the window. Nothing fancy but meaningful. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/f401daf4-c5bc-4438-b071-002316c8d51b/outside+in+BR.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Small rocks gathered from travels placed inside a sink bowl adds interest and provides memories. Collection of rocks from travels placed in a sink. This is how I got my grandkids to brush their teeth. The more they brushed the more the rocks changed colors! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/fc2f7dbb-b93c-42ea-8509-a0dd9dc9aeb4/outside+in+with+plants.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - In Japan they have “ forest bathing” or Shinrin Yoko. Forest bathing reduces stress and promotes relaxation. You might not be able to experience Shinrin Yoko, but an easy way to bring the outdoors in, is to put a plant in the shower! Easy to care for cactus flourishes in a shower. Can easily be removed when the space is needed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/29f58fe8-f7a1-44ef-b707-9523132b50d7/01.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In Natural amenities (e.g., green space, lakes, and oceans) were associated with lower reporting of insufficient sleep. Greenness was especially protective among men and individuals over 65 years of age . https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/f6433ad6-2776-49b4-9aac-d47190ab4a83/beach+scene.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Use photos or paintings of a favorite outdoor spot. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a1259571-6307-4919-8686-85cddf8527ef/sea+shells.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In Shells displayed from a favorite beach https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/c18db456-57c1-42db-b2eb-8572d88fdc3f/sheets2.jpeg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Sheets with outdoor motifs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/0df9efa6-e4f9-4bfd-a305-d76b7b660df8/flags.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In Flags are an easy way to add a festive flare but also provide orientation to time and place for all ages. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/0867c496-3103-4adb-908c-9b76723d6970/desert+CO.jpeg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Researchers found positive associations with feeling happy, restored or relaxed within 10 min of exposure to natural outdoor environments. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/51875bdb-8e91-4950-ac8a-08b5cdc3902f/windows+2.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - This home has stationary clear windows floor to ceiling in the middle of the house. Great sight lines for the outside. Lots of light into the house from the huge glass front doors as well. All this light is Biophilic Design! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a7b9da9e-0c75-4bc3-bc6d-87502063799a/SHelter3.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - This covered patio allows anyone to sit “outside” while not having to deal with the sun, rain, wind, or other elements. A little nook which is safe and protected. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/96924c4e-3035-4913-bdd3-ff4007335b79/shower+outdoor+in.jpeg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - There is evidence to suggest associations between exposure to nature and improved cognitive function, improved brain activity, reduction of blood pressure, improved mental health, increased physical activity, and better sleep. This tile in the shower makes an outdoor mural! Great way to be nurtured by nature! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/380c923d-551f-446d-bf35-4e5a0878dcfb/window+out+5.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Window 1 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/25732992-9f00-4c4c-8d36-ec66d9cbf36c/window+out+2.jpg Blog - Nurtured by Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In - Window 2 https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/group-homes monthly 0.5 2026-03-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/4995369f-910b-4e2d-b1b0-18f7ccf872c1/home+5.jpg Blog - Living Solutions: Residential Care Homes & Hospice - Make it stand out March 2026 I had heard of residential care homes(RCH) but it wasn’t until I was looking for an appropriate place for my Mom and Dad that I came to learn about RCH or group homes. https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/counters monthly 0.5 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/0797951d-80c5-4457-8a44-06415dcbd46d/countertop.JPG Blog - Counter Culture & UD - In this blog, we will use Universal Design features for evaluating the most common counter options. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/4f9d5425-0615-4fed-a75c-107ef3936333/pull+out+counter.JPG Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Pull out work spaces are another option we could employ in the counter designs. Think of chopping boards that pulled out, Desks that recess into a cabinet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/9e548841-c8af-48a7-bcb8-dc94e8c8cf8c/large+flat+surface+at+counter.jpg Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Easy to use matte finish quartz. The deal with counters, make sure you can see what is on the counter. The matte finish helps in this case. Quartz can be difficult to repair. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/cdebda1c-415b-46a0-8cf8-f410481fbb1f/darker+granite+counter.jpg Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Dark Granite with lots of variation. Good lighting will benefit a dark counter. Granite is durable & easy to use. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/8c0614b6-a43d-4e43-a77a-4d6fb6e128d5/bath+marble+counter.jpg Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Marble makes it easy to see what is on the counter. Softer stones like marble and limestone can chip or crack but can often be buffed out. Marble is porous, needing to be sealed when installed. Requires regular maintenance and resealing for longevity and safety. Prone to marring or staining. Typically the most expensive countertop option. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/ee15544a-ef6b-493a-a323-49804550e1d6/stainless+steel.webp Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Wow look at this Stainless Steel counter! The sharp edges of the counter can be quite problematic. Antibacterial, stain and heat-resistant. Highly durable, making it ideal for food prep. Copper, stainless steel, pewter, and zinc are susceptible to scratches and dents. Can be expensive but very edgy looking! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/fea54c61-d7e4-48a0-9593-f44893316387/granite+counter+medium+tone.jpg Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Lighter granite with an overall pattern, but could you find a lego or a pill on it??? Visually its important to see what is on your counter! Heat resistant material. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/6026f56b-47f6-4260-b493-8d43a5287fff/quartz+white+counter.jpg Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Cream Quartz with a little darker veining. Offers contrast to most items on the counter. Heat-stain-and scratch-resistant. Easy to clean. Easy to see objects on counter. Does not require sealing or special care. Not as natural looking as solid stone countertops. Heat exposure over time can cause damage. Costs almost as much as real stone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/6bd62785-dd69-42f3-bf6e-d389570428fe/bath+counter.jpg Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Dramatic granite with lots of movement, makes a statement. Things sometimes get lost on it like contacts! Think about what you will be doing at this counter. Durable and heat-resistant but requires maintenance due to it’s porosity and susceptibility to stains. Difficult to repair. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/69c5c259-d490-4d1c-baf4-c462b46dc24b/automatic+sink+faucet.jpg Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Solid Surface Acrylic. Good old white Corian! Can’t go wrong with this color. Heat-stain-and moisture-resistant. Doesn't fade or age with time. Easy to clean. Can be repaired. Can be scorched. Deep cuts or scratches might require special care. Available in a variety of shapes. Warm to touch. Depending on the color selection, it can be easy to see objects. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/24a45638-638e-47eb-b86b-75a32c1b2888/butcher+block+counter.webp Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Butcher block counter. Vulnerable to moisture, heat, acid, corrosive chemicals, and stains. Shrinks or expands with extreme dryness or moisture. Requires food-friendly sealing and routine maintenance. Withstands cutting and chopping without dulling knives. Wears with use for a charming patina. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/d7a3c8be-81d8-4020-b4b7-d6a273439d75/acrylic-solid-surface+counter+top.jpg Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Acrylic Solid surface Counter top. Could get burn marks but hygienic. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1766016113685-VK0ZVEJJS9BX6I4I0CQ8/unsplash-image-ziNuCMlYa9Y.jpg Blog - Counter Culture & UD - Concrete Countertop Heat- and stain-resistant. Durable. Cracks can be repaired. Must be sealed and regularly maintained to resist stains and water. Susceptible to damage from highly acidic liquids. Can be extremely heavy and require extra care. https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/hardware-amp-handles monthly 0.5 2026-01-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/29ff9813-c1f5-4bae-a4d1-b0418511fdfc/cabinet+pull+2.WEBP Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - Universal Design (UD) and hardware go hand in hand, literally. Good UD means all can use the hardware and its pleasing to the eye and touch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1763991205165-GHHPWK52EUUUZG72LQH1/unsplash-image-2QOqlxjOlPA.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - UD Handles particularly for doors need to step up on function but also on the flair component! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/fcee3ce8-b1ff-45af-be72-cd42c971d816/great+UD+design.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - UD Hardware on front Door handle and Key pad. Allows for an easy entrance, is simple , all ages could use this hardware. UD Hardware on front Door. Key pad all are easy to use, simple , all ages could use this hardware.(UD) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1762898663719-2OE3X98LOXELDNDTXPM4/unsplash-image-iXtriAA5HWk.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - Bath hardware Hand held shower head above the Grab bar along with an easy to move water mixer. All great UD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/c80dd75e-db22-4285-91fb-d4424910e085/bath+marble+counter.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - This technically is a UD faucet on the left. Separate hot and cold so someone can’t be scalded. Clearly a safety feature but if someone is having difficulty turning the handle this can be a problem. Its good UD but there is better. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/939c925f-56b9-4a80-bb5c-f108cc55a4f5/hardware.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - This large single lever is easy to use, a better UD design for sink hardware. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/0f02d7bf-f3ed-494a-811e-dde035ed30b8/public+restroom+sink.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - This public restroom has a better UD faucet and sink. You can see a horizontal grab bar in the mirror allowing you to transfer from toilet to sink. The faucet is a single lever rather than the separate hot and cold handles. The sink has space under it to allow a wheelchair user to easily maneuver to the sink. All great UD priniciples. The soap dispenser is not however. A hands free soap dispenser would be great UD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/5617aed8-e997-44f1-8c60-730768a8ed58/wrist+guard+faucet.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - Recently I had been working with an individual that is having difficulty using his hands. When this happens a wrist blade faucet can be very helpful. The handle or wrist blade has a longer lever arm making it easier to move. Notice hot and cold are marked on blades. The Wrist blade faucet is a better UD option. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/69c5c259-d490-4d1c-baf4-c462b46dc24b/automatic+sink+faucet.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - The best UD Hardware for Faucets? Hands free or touchless faucets are so easy and user friendly. They are the best UD ! When deciding on a touchless faucet, check out Consumer Report or Buyers Guides before buying the faucets. Be aware of electronic vs battery operated, the mixer for water temperature, where the water will hit in the sink bowl, how easy the sensor turns on and off and issues of leaking. Even though you are great at DIY projects, consider having a plumber install this faucet to avoid any surprises or issues. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/df377607-cad9-4d3f-a864-856e9940760c/Touchless+Faucet++Guide.jpeg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - Touchless Kitchen Faucet The circled sensor allows for 3 minutes of running water. Is that enough to wash or rinse dishes? Fill a pot of water? Consider how you would be using the faucet. The manual override allows for more flexibility. All great UD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/8f0d4f13-e37c-490c-b6eb-f75099732a6f/kitchen+hardware+faucet+3.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - Touchless Kitchen faucet This is great UD. The single lever design, easy to see red and blue indicators for temperature also a sensor in front for touchless. It is usually best to have the touchless sensor always in the front rather than the side for easiest access. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/7cfd9bfc-152c-40fc-87a3-40432e767bc5/Ileft+handed+door+handle.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - The paddle door handle is one of the best UD designs. Easy to use, takes minimal effort, obvious how it is used, there are left and right door handles for everyone. Now the knob above is another story and lacks good universal design. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/9232c266-be6a-4a95-b710-74c9c13c335e/door+hardware.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - These 2 closet doors have some unique hardware. This hardware can be used either horizontally or vertically. Here it is being used vertically, easy to pull open or close. The circular disks allow for you to grab onto it easily. Great UD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/7033b19b-5061-49af-b045-e63becf82aa4/pocket+door+handle.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - Pocket Doors This is one area of hardware that is not good as far as UD. The pocket door hardware is small and difficult to manage for anyone with arthritis or little fingers. The fact that you can push down to activate the lever is better. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/59ef8b1c-64d6-4af9-a8eb-d34443122bf1/door+handle+pull.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - This is one of the better UD designs for pocket door hardware. It costs a lot so my husband fabricated this for me. Easy to use, intuitive and simple. Stays outside the pocket and wraps around the door edge on both sides. I stole the idea from a doctors office! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/ccc79e7f-6149-4af5-b3cc-1edb8f1c9f7a/pocketdoor+hardware+better.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - Here is an older version of pocket door hardware that is still being used. Not good as far as UD design. Hard to use and not all can manipulate this. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2dd10404-6f5c-40a0-9d1c-f09475ccdaab/barn+door+hardware.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - Barn Doors Look familiar? It is a smaller version of the closet door hardware. This time being used horizontally for a barn door. This design still is easy to use this way or vertically. Great UD! Notice that the hardware is flush on the door so there is nothing to “catch or stick out”. If you can install a barn door rather than a pocket door you will find there is great UD hardware that can be used. Because the pocket is inside a frame, that makes it difficult to access a handle or hardware. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/7f6a48b2-3775-4791-aa59-42c31c10f8ae/cabinet+recess.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - This hardware has no sharp edges to catch on anything. Great UD https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/7d34d6ae-f943-4585-91a1-3da356836219/cabinet+drawers+issue+of+pull.jpg Blog - Hardware & Handles, Happy New Year! - Notice how this cabinet hardware sticks out and can catch things? Not Good UD. This hardware has the sharp edges which catch everything! https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/blog-5-toileting monthly 0.5 2025-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1761880799596-SGLAG4BPK4QHM6N3EJ8B/unsplash-image-L4iRkKL5dng.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - Let’s flush outdated designs and make way for smarter, more spacious bathrooms beginning with the toilet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/c7cdd4bc-25c0-4056-9851-c3709452158e/public+ADA+restroom.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - Public Restroom Access all around the toilet. Grab bars are behind the toilet and on the wall. Turning distance in front and beside the toilet is 5’. Sink has UD faucet with an opening on the bottom to accommodate someone using a wheelchair to get up close to the sink. This toilet is not raised however! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/379fbb45-b3f3-438c-877c-75a984dfc94b/comparison+toilet+heights.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - Make it stand out Here is a visual comparison for you. Standard toilet height on the left and the raised toilet on the right!‍ ‍A raised toilet is great UD! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1763984976462-O3FPYHP3RYIXD76F7NXU/unsplash-image-0AflAh9zYJM.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - Adding a portable children’s potty that can be moved to where it’s most comfortable, safe, and easy to access makes great UD sense. There are so many options for little ones learning to potty train. All my grandkids used the elevated toilets seats. Safety and comfort will dictate what that looks like for your family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/ef7bc3a0-ba4b-4c35-a08b-7df548e978ea/wall+mounted+toilet.JPG Blog - Toilet/Bidets - Some toilets are plumbed to the floor as in the left photo. Some toilets are floating or wall-mounted as in the right photo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/576ef135-1521-44c1-b841-36043121342b/circular+bowl+raised+toilet+bowl.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - This Circular Raised Toilet is 19” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/33b196f5-5364-42de-9ebf-b8eafb4c9faf/oblong+toilet+bowl+raised.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - Make it stand out ‍ ‍This Standard Oblong Toilet is 16.5” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/ebb69e88-f743-49db-bf1a-2b34e5f5df50/elevated+toilet+seat.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - So you have low toilet , what can you do? This elevated toilet seat replaces the seat on a toilet. It is secured by a clamp which you tighten to the existing toilet bowl using the round knob in front. The additional hand rests help either transitioning to standing or sitting. This gives you an additional 4” of height to a standard toilet. This is a great UD product. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/841a9fbc-8bde-4886-8c82-39f4c9816cc6/bidet+open.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - This TOTO Bidet has a heater and blower so power is needed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1763989269441-GBJAWJM7KTHCRO41SWZS/unsplash-image-W0nLECYw7Eo.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - This Bidet has the typical power remote on the wall with features such as washes, self cleaning, temperature of water, dryer speeds, etc . Bidets that are not electrical can cost $160.00 Electrical Bidets can cost $150-$25,000. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/efb52429-1b5e-4846-b435-b12592b1e917/bidet.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - Two horizontal grab bars on either side of toilet allows for maintaining one’s balance. Great UD! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/c2587931-5530-42e0-9814-43ab1ade83e1/toilet+support+rail.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets - What if you have no walls to put a grab bar on but your need this safety feature? No problem, you can use a ”toilet support rail” which attaches to the toilet itself. You can get this at any home store or medical supply. It’s temporary so it can be used on any toilet and for any period of time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/7f968507-c23b-4ec9-b57e-4574829ef815/angled+grab+bar.jpg Blog - Toilet/Bidets Grab bars can be placed on an angle by the toilet if space is tight and there is only one wall. This angled type of grab bar works well for transitioning from sitting to standing on the toilet. https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/blog-post-title-three-cfb6g-8egnk monthly 0.5 2025-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/5681eaa1-a964-48e2-840c-425b210d2d66/tub.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - In this Bath notice the small tiles on the floor, a wet area. There are 2 grab bars. One vertical for entering/exiting the tub and one horizontal that supports someone showering or lowering themselves into the tub. In this Bathtub notice the small tiles on floor, a wet area. There are 2 grab bars. One vertical for entering/exiting the tub and one horizontal that supports someone showering in this tub! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/8a541db8-b085-4f7f-99bd-1713e2193f86/flush+threshold+between+surfaces.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - This small bathroom tile floor is flush with the hallway threshold , great UD. No tripping hazard here! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/f4f493e6-f321-4af2-a627-1434c6598ceb/Acessible+bath.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Bath Bench slide. It fits inside the tub. Over kill on tub grab bars! The angled one on the far side works best. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/c1c79fa8-b2f4-4f83-a18d-147afd52c270/swivel+SC.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Swivel shower chair. Turns 360 degrees. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/d12c7e7d-b432-410f-8b46-1a2f31cec83e/shower+chair.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Stationary Shower Chair is portable, easy to use, simple, safe and functional. All UD features. Stationary Shower Chair is portable, easy to use, simple, safe and functional. All UD features. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/b1aa5065-470d-4599-a9af-f62d32fd640e/bath+stoll+2.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - This shower stool is another option. It doesn’t look as institutional as the shower chair. Make sure it fits safely in the tub space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a301dd8f-6b62-4422-9b3e-7508134904a3/Amazon.com+Adjustable+Bathtub+Safety+Rail+Shower+Grab+Bar+Handle+.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Easy to mount clamp handle grab bar for a tub. Great UD. This is the one of best UD safety products for anyone using a tub. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2f6b67c0-0145-49bd-bd39-e3bf6c1fab75/IMG_2588.WEBP Blog - Bathtubs Wavy Grab bar that can be mounted either horizontally or vertically. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2a6a30f4-c735-463d-92cb-d380e438880f/IMG_2589.WEBP Blog - Bathtubs - Grab bars come in a variety of materials, lengths and widths. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/7f968507-c23b-4ec9-b57e-4574829ef815/angled+grab+bar.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - This angled grab bar is part vertical and part horizontal. Works quite well in tubs and toilet areas where people are transitioning from a sit to stand position. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/888554ed-da94-47e0-b1a2-3e3b2c02dc2b/lighting+in+bath+2.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Make it stand out Look at commercial bathrooms for fantastic lighting ideas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/27434477-4129-44d0-accf-eea1302f2f41/puck+light+.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Decorative Puck Light on top of bathroom linen cabinet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/e775db7e-5b23-4c9c-82f5-82873c8e1b88/tub+with+adjustable+shower+head+.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - This shower/tub combo has a hand held shower head with the adapter/mixer close by. There is an overhead rain shower as well. Modifications need to work for you and be simple, easy to use, equitable to all, intuitive, and look nice. All UD features. Although this adjustable shower head is in a shower it would work for a tub as well. Simple, easy to use, all could use it, intuitive, looks nice. All UD features. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/5116e1c3-6a50-49f4-a479-d7784dac2db4/vanity+open+toe.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Open toe kick on this vanity just like in a lower kitchen cabinet! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a68dbc91-5d24-4a34-af8f-f11b8092f379/cabinet+recess.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Vanity has the recessed toe kick at the bottom. This allows a person using a wheelchair to get closer to the sink. Great UD hardware. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1c1225a5-6494-47c8-9a20-de8d0fbf5c9f/small+soaker+tub.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Small Soaker Tub ‍ ‍Small Soaker tub https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/6566899c-536d-4310-a927-8d54d4b97f7f/walk+in+tub.jpg Blog - Bathtubs - Walk in Tub This is a modification but great UD that may work for folks that are walking and wanting to take a bath yet reducing the risk of a fall. Notice the turning area available in front of the tub. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/c01c155f-c456-4cbb-aac6-78b7b3e7a81f/heater.PNG Blog - Bathtubs - A product like a bathroom heater is great UD not only for safety but comfort. https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/showers monthly 0.5 2025-10-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1747350069811-ZAGW9AVMF4HT1K59R7C4/shower%2BMB.jpg Blog - Showers - Our almost UD Shower! Our almost UD Shower! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/e0414366-7730-4a88-9bdf-99eb0bb428ec/wet+area.jpg Blog - Showers - The popular wet area. Zero entry and a large turning radius but no other UD features. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/cd019252-efc9-4291-8592-e617687af9df/UD+shower+adn+toilet.jpg Blog - Showers - Zero entry shower modification. UD products include grab bars, adjustable hand held shower, and small tiled flooring and an raised toilet. Zero entry shower modification. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/3b6099e5-8392-499f-80b2-c44ac6d34fce/grab+bar+in+shower.JPG Blog - Showers - Adjustable shower head Notice the horizontal grab bar as you enter into the shower. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/c1c79fa8-b2f4-4f83-a18d-147afd52c270/swivel+SC.jpg Blog - Showers - Swivel Shower Chair that moves 360 degrees. Great for a tight spot. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/44fa420c-0296-4312-801d-f86c8edd8373/UD+shower.jpg Blog - Showers - Horizontal Grab bar is at the standard height in the shower. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1758049461860-Y1YY2J1M3SXUBUC3SHBC/blending+of+grab+bar+with+shower+door+handle.JPG Blog - Showers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1758049207659-UQEK9JBCWHQ3WWYRRB0W/two+tone+grab++bar.WEBP Blog - Showers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1758049549029-8KOW24Q3K5TA82JJESI4/deco+italio+grab+bar+for+shower+and+bathroom.jpeg Blog - Showers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1758068297195-UP9AIQSVHO5R659Y9CJA/beautiful%252Bgrab%252Bbars%252B-%252BGoogle%252BSearch.jpg Blog - Showers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/878da18e-de69-4573-96ec-108361311838/shower++grab+bar.jpg Blog - Showers - This shower has a vertical grab bar inside and the vanity has a grab bar instead of towel bar. This shower has several UD features, hand held shower head, curved glass partition with no door, zero entry, vanity is open to allow a wheelchair to get closer to the sink. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/78a1c0d2-f114-4079-8633-f03a3007645f/grabs+in+shower+MB.jpg Blog - Showers - Make it stand out Horizontal Grab bars follow you into the shower. This shower has the UD feature of a turning radius before you enter the shower and in shower. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/8603e722-b9bb-4d69-bdcd-bc4ad72ee2cb/floor+tile+shower.jpg Blog - Showers - This penny tile with lots of grout lines will reduce slipping/falling in the shower. Notice larger tiles on walls of shower. This penny tile with lots of grout lines will reduces slipping/falling in shower. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/171be13e-b749-4134-8a3e-81ae90d56f3c/floor+tile.jpg Blog - Showers - Bathroom floor with lots of grout lines in this pattern. Great UD. Check all these grout lines! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/c01c155f-c456-4cbb-aac6-78b7b3e7a81f/heater.PNG Blog - Showers - Bathroom Heater Unit makes a huge difference in comfort. https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/multigenerational-living monthly 0.5 2025-08-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/0b915e1e-ef58-430b-8a9c-762ed363d3e3/inter.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Great grandson with his Pop Pop 4 generations https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/b7c32cd0-de7f-4ad6-b7df-e851f4335151/christmas%2B2019%2B-%2BCopy.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Four generations at church Four generations at church https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/cd7bcbfc-fdb1-4452-a39c-f8d03b15b5aa/intergen.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Summer in Texas, here are the water pistols? Summer in Texas here are the water pistols? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/b57a7d02-2de7-4ccf-a9b3-2845281bd5e1/guest+suite.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - New guest suite with closet Guest Suite with addition of closets https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/cd019252-efc9-4291-8592-e617687af9df/UD+shower+adn+toilet.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - UD Shower conversion from a tub. Now Zero entry and accommodates a shower chair. UD Shower conversion from a tub> Now Zero entry and accommodates a shower chair. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/be6f9276-bfc4-4adb-98b2-1b1671f636bc/outdoor+in+5.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - “Surveillance Zone” outside your window. The tree in front of window outside provides some cover from the street making it easy to watch what happens on the sidewalk. “Surveillance Zone” outside your window. The tree in front of window outside provides some cover from the street making it easy to watch what happens on the sidewalk. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/7e77af47-79bf-4cd4-8dc5-fe37ad3e53c2/outdoors.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Make it stand out Sunrise in North Carolina https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/ffa997ad-794e-4ce6-8843-9d43e4700f3c/tx+sunset.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Make it stand out Sunrise in Texas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/9a4ed2fb-2194-4b9c-b343-d59296349847/double+stroller+2.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Lots of double strollers in our neighborhood. Lots of double strollers in our neighborhood! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/9908d6c1-d274-4e6f-9aff-1e0cdb247fa6/OI1.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Dad’s favorite spot Dad’s favorite spot https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/f6433ad6-2776-49b4-9aac-d47190ab4a83/beach+scene.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - A beloved Beach scene A beloved Beach scene https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1155a7fe-c334-4492-b80b-e09248c18d38/gardening.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Raised garden Raised garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/8c7c3249-fccf-41d1-8a0b-0231a4d6b3bc/outside+in+with+plants.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Bring the outside in with an easy to care for Aloe Vera Plant in the shower. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/4aaa149b-c2a5-46ff-9590-3b51d3b99fb1/outside+in+BR.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Bring outdoors in with rocks Bring outdoors in with rocks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/29cd0286-7061-487d-ad88-7b4f1c319d60/kids+grandkids.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Holiday tradition of the best peppermint milkshake in Dallas Holiday tradition of the best peppermint milkshake in Dallas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/5fb7437a-d8ea-421d-abca-a5c30347e98d/family+2+2019.JPG Blog - Multigenerational Living - Family Gathering Family Gathering https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/f4db8f5c-e1be-4baa-9605-126ddaa8a7d3/inside+foyer+area.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living Foyer large turning radius, continuous flooring https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2f6dd8e1-f2ab-490f-a8d7-41db570cef35/inside+doorways.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - Make it stand out Large turning radius into kitchen, hallways and patio door https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1d73c9ef-cf49-494b-b5b5-0daf00490dfe/open+cabinet+2.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living This open space (recessed) under a cabinet allows your feet when in a wheelchair to comfortably slide under the cabinet making it easier to access the sink. Great UD! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2ee48b90-c78f-47ce-9e27-9630a6438b20/UD+utensils.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living - UD Utensils UD Utensils https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/aea8b820-8341-4b94-b67b-4616d97dc63f/OI1.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living Patio, covered, protected smooth stone surface, All good UD . https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/25ed419f-e4da-4afc-83ce-fff58a0154b2/care.jpg Blog - Multigenerational Living Taking a menagerie of equipment out for this adventure! Thanks to G! https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/inside-staging-areas monthly 0.5 2025-08-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/c2679c78-f78a-478c-8676-04466bc05dc0/lighting+in+foyer.jpg Blog - Inside Staging Area & Foyers - Nice table with basket on bottom shelf. Turning radius is there and foyer is a large open space, Nice Lighting, Eliminate the Rug and you have the Best UD Option for Staging Inside & Foyer. Nice oval table with basket on bottom shelf. Turning radius is there and foyer is a large open space, Nice Lighting, Rug could be a tripping issue. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a2b98202-9da9-4b3d-a76a-c1c12abd50f4/bench.jpg Blog - Inside Staging Area & Foyers - Make it stand out Interesting bench that could be a staging area. No storage however. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/eabaa644-9a1e-4419-a1ae-be347d43bb0b/inside+staging.jpg Blog - Inside Staging Area & Foyers - Make it stand out This cabinet hardware is at waist level, which allows for easy opening of the cabinet doors, shelves and Storage inside for all types of essentials. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/5ed14324-1ad1-430c-9cff-d5a2cfa94f91/staging+furniture.jpg Blog - Inside Staging Area & Foyers - Make it stand out Drawers and cabinet doors are at waist level so easy to use, simple design, intuitive, shelves at bottom for shoes perhaps. Best UD Option for Staging. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/7df448a3-b8d7-4e81-bcc5-ec50023baa5e/rocker+lights+dimmer.jpg Blog - Inside Staging Area & Foyers - UD Rocker Switch and Dimmer https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/outside-staging monthly 0.5 2025-08-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a293cc69-a787-4558-8b1a-f5d06cc125fe/zero+entry%2C+desk+staging+curve+path.jpg Blog - Outside Staging - Outside Staging Using a Bench for Staging Area, many UD features double doors with lights in shelter area of porch, 6’ from front door. The best UD Option for Staging https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/519e2977-49a6-4b4f-81b9-eaf80f5dcd44/great+UD+design.jpg Blog - Outside Staging - Make it stand out The best UD option for Staging Outside Fantastic outside staging area. This bench with the decorative pillows give interest and reflects the person living here. Moving bench to the side allows turning on porch. If necessary, flower pots could be moved allowing more space on porch. Great UD design with smooth path , shelter in place, adequate turning radius and a nice staging area. The path curves as well…….a bonus. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/83559ae5-06b6-4a20-a428-769f2c0dc2b2/staging+area.jpg Blog - Outside Staging - Outside Staging Area Accessing this bench which acts as a staging place might prove a little difficult. Make sure you have clear access to the staging area on the front porch. Moving the left planter out should improve access. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/5285b0ec-a57e-4f24-add2-d63aecaab370/gwen.jpg Blog - Outside Staging - Outside Staging Area This chairs serves as a staging area. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/42ba92f9-6e5d-472d-81a1-e6525d92138c/staging+outside.jpg Blog - Outside Staging - Very efficient staging bench Very efficient staging bench(UD) in the sheltered porch area(UD). The bench takes up very little space so there is plenty of room to have the desired turning radius of 6’(UD). Benches are popular but this is an opportunity to demonstrate your style or culture. (UD) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/aca2067a-f150-4c88-802c-5b585637b96f/nancy+.jpg Blog - Outside Staging - These 2 Adirondack chairs are great staging pieces. In fact you can see the left chair is being used to hold a package. Things may slide down the chair seat but that might be the only draw back. Chairs are sheltered under the huge porch, 6’ from door. Best option UD staging. These 2 Adirondack chairs(UD) are great staging pieces. In fact you can see on the left chair it is being used to hold a package. Things may slide down the chair seat but that might be the only draw back. Chairs are sheltered under the large porch(UD) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/cd1218ee-ba91-44f9-815d-bde9da172970/UD+door.jpg Blog - Outside Staging - Make it stand out Nestled in this covered porch is a wooden bench great for staging. Best option for staging along with many UD features, zero entry, curve path, pathlights, door interesting! Shelter in place. https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/doors monthly 0.5 2025-08-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/02527d4c-0ed2-44b7-a52e-45f3cab06f70/char+2.jpg Blog - Exterior Doors - Make it stand out Charlotte, artist, age 7! Titled “Home” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/309e34ad-25b9-4c17-89ce-56f24a71d8e3/doors+color.jpg Blog - Exterior Doors - Make it stand out Good UD option for exterior Doors: Pink Door, easy to find, door contrasting with house, the porch light, key pad, and glass design. A wider door would be better. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/3dc49b85-3872-4693-8808-326fc8fbb4cc/wood+and+glass.jpg Blog - Exterior Doors - Make it stand out Best UD option for Exterior Doors: The wood and glass door stands out against the light brick for contrast. There is an overhead spot light on door, making sure you know where to enter safely, outside lighting by step up! UD hardware on door, key pad, wide door. Too bad there is a step up! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/18fa6a6e-8eac-478d-a4d9-3dbebc5f8cf0/where+is+the+door2.jpg Blog - Exterior Doors - Where is the front Door? Be a great friend and neighbor by making the front entrance obvious to all, especially your friends and family with vision and mobility issues. Quick, where is the front door????? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/6bdfa94e-b0c8-4c60-aa52-7c9045f7e9d3/UD+hard%2C+glass+door+lights.jpg Blog - Exterior Doors - Best UD option for Exterior Door Design & glass in door interesting, easy to find, lighting by door, UD hardware, smart locks, wide door, door contrasts against house. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a1b4e1e3-7a56-4af0-9124-2b5a24de1001/black+door+ud+hard+and+light.jpg Blog - Exterior Doors - Make it stand out Best UD Option Exterior Doors: Love these UD features: Zero entry, UD hardware on front door, contrast between house and front door, lights on either side, RING, double doors. The glass doors let in plenty of light a wonderful UD principle of safety & comfort. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/38dc525b-e026-4777-a510-a140db366a38/UD+hardware+door.jpg Blog - Exterior Doors - UD Hardware Disclaimer : I am not endorsing a particular product just providing feature options on hardware that are UD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/4fe73070-5571-4d18-859c-0bd1c1d5d3c3/UD+hardware+door+2.jpg Blog - Exterior Doors Although these door handles might look heavy there are remarkably easy to pull open. Notice the keyless keypad. Good UD! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/4ca5f059-ba4d-4acb-904a-65dc84aaf766/cool+doors.jpg Blog - Exterior Doors - Exterior Doors By having these double doors one definitely has plenty of space to enter the front door with a king sized bed delivery or a double stroller! https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/managing-steps monthly 0.5 2025-08-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/f291e834-6aba-400a-be2a-869d46229be1/unsplash-image-XHI-S_xWK28.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - Make it stand out If steps must stay, make them safer and more accessible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/78f825c5-0a7f-4604-81a2-fa408be311b4/ramp1.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - You may install parallel steps and a ramp as another best UD option. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1962ed95-8f7a-48dc-ad78-a257cf826719/steps+with+contrast+bottom+step+marker.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - Public steps must be uniform with contrast on bottom step to indicate the end. Good UD Safety feature. Closed tread means your toe meets a solid rise rather than an open rise. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/83a8160f-da43-4067-b51d-d5fec5e8a0a4/steps+with+long+runs+short+rise.jpg Blog - Managing Steps Red arrow is the rise or vertical dimension of step. Blue arrow is the run or horizontal dimension of step These steps have short rise and long run https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/f8663b2d-545b-4ed9-8f37-77b65ef6868b/steps+path+lights%2C+contrast+.jpg Blog - Managing Steps Good UD Step Option:Consistent interval steps of short rise and long run with contrast between step up and run, path lights. This option can work with people using walkers but is safe for only 2-3 steps. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/5bce0322-9a6b-40ab-b4e1-f1595675580c/short+rise+long+run+steps.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - Make it stand out Good UD step option: Short rise (2.25”)with long run(48”) steps. Contrast of the brick edging and at the step ups. By curving the wide path they reduced the number of steps. Can we do better? Yes. Ramp and curves! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a6310ab0-a4a3-46d1-b507-a020e771d883/step+ups1.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - Make it stand out Notice the same stone pattern goes from the pathway to the front door. Can you see the step up at the level of the yellow flowers? Anyone with low vision or balance issues they would be at risk for a trip or fall. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/98b967b3-1f42-49e3-8163-ece2ceabcebc/contrast+with+steps.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - Make it stand out The pathway, step and porch are all the same material and color making it visually difficult to detect any change from pathway to the step up, and porch. The homeowner painted a white line on the step up to create the “contrast” and then placed a black mat in front of the white line. Double contrasts! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/47fa4d18-603c-4880-af21-bedaf032b128/contrast+for+stair.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - Make it stand out This family has addressed concerns of mobility and safety as they used contrast material and color, a visual decoration indicating a step up, step has low rise (vertical) and a long run(the horizontal), installed a hand rail , have lighting for step up and front door, and a shelter porch. This is the Best UD Option if you have one step up. All the UD features will allow most individuals to enter the house easily and safely. A person using an electric wheelchair would find this home inaccessible and inconvenient unless a ramp was installed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a2bde591-fc53-44f9-a33c-bb74ab999c26/railings.jpg Blog - Managing Steps The handrail extends horizontally 10-12”at the top and at the bottom of step. This is a good UD Option for Steps. Handrails, lights at steps, and contrast between steps and path. If the top rail could be extended more it would be a better UD Option for Steps. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/05d27bff-aea1-4639-880f-28cae3feae5a/stairs+rail.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - Handrail Height Handrails should be 34-38” in height. There needs to be 1.5” clearance so hands can easily grip the railing. Small children need a railing about 28” in height. Nice handrail design https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1c485c19-816a-4393-9b62-21c9378dcbaa/lansdscaping+with+steps+railing.jpg Blog - Managing Steps ADA guidelines state that a handrail is required if the step rise(vertical) is greater than 6”. Private homes should have a handrail if step rise is over 4-7” depending on your safety needs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2550eea9-88ce-4b35-85f1-f8c415f94f7f/multiple+steps+light+contrast+hand+railing+.jpg Blog - Managing Steps Private homes should also have a hand rail if there are 2 or more steps. Railings go from bottom to top of step. Contrast between path and steps. Each step uniform with a small rise and minimum run. Lights for steps and door. Good UD option for steps. We could do better with longer run and fewer steps or best with a ramp! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2d1f8ae9-3ace-4d98-bf1d-fbef030f726d/handrails+2.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - Selecting a unique handrail can bring interest to the feature. There are 2 steps here and a significant slope. The hand railings are in the middle of the pathway and are not illuminated. This may cause tripping problems when it is dark but could be easily remedied with lights be installed.(UD) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1747333348995-K1MS2E32F4EOLZCUWO49/ramp%2Bentry.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - Make it stand out This is the best UD option for steps, use a ramp. I love this decorative handrailing too. The railing is there to insure someone stays on the ramp. Rise and run appropriate. Lighting. Continuing the railing along the porch would be appropriate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1749957749929-J9D6RC3X3Y5L1WGOF8RS/could+use+a+ramp.jpg Blog - Managing Steps - STEPS demand design nuance: Step height, depth, edge visibility, lighting, handrail design—all of it must be precise to support safety for all users. This is my poster child of very old and neglected steps! They are not Aging well in Place, are they! Just had to write that! https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/ramps monthly 0.5 2025-08-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/e0ae9af7-f2de-4621-bdf1-b1a6e8dc1a41/built+in+ramp+with+contrast+color.jpg Blog - Ramps - Make it stand out The White contrasting concrete after the brown path is actually a ramp. It takes the place of a step up and becomes part of the porch. The best UD option for ramps. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/9cea99c8-cdde-4111-b62d-202a17189a9a/ramp+rail+public.jpg Blog - Ramps - Make it stand out Here is a public ramp at a local church. I have circled it. I wanted to show you an excellent UD option for a ramp. The rise and run is excellent, there is a handrail for safety, look at the wonderful overhead lighting to illuminate your path and lastly it is covered!!! It is aesthetically pleasing to the eye and doesn’t scream RAMP! They have gone beyond basic accessibility guidelines and made it UD. Granted this is a long ramp to accommodate a 2’ slope. A covered ramp is rarely seen but it can be done with planning. Why are these UD features important? There is Safety, Comfort and Independence for all. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/43d480fb-fbc7-4e71-b8eb-8ced3e714914/crude+ramp.jpg Blog - Ramps - What seems like a well-meaning DIY solution , the ramp, can unintentionally create new risks if it’s not done correctly. Even a slight lip or abrupt change in surface texture can throw off someone’s balance or cause wheels to catch. Here is a DIY project where someone has tried to make a ramp with concrete. It could be a tripping hazard for new walkers, the elderly or a visually impaired individual. Safety should be the number one concern. A smooth transition from one surface to another is imperative for safety and comfort as well as ease of moving. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/efce8b8b-596a-4977-bd93-1e272894d9e9/metal+ramp+temp.jpg Blog - Ramps This pre-fabricated metal ramp is easy to install as it fits over existing steps. It comes in a variety of lengths. It is a useful UD product. I just wish it didn’t scream RAMP. Aesthetically, I would prefer something more integrated into the landscaping or install it on the side of the covered porch and add a pathway to link up to existing sidewalk. That grass is amazing! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/4364ed86-76df-43ee-ba80-1a3d11b80b38/ramp+entrance.jpg Blog - Ramps - Make it stand out Can you find the ramp? When you find the decorative handrail, you have found the ramp which goes across the porch to the front door. The 3 steps also bring you to the front door. The low landscaping disguises the ramp. The path is smooth leading up to the ramp which is partially covered!!!! The landscape lighting moves you towards the ramp as well. The rise and run is correct. Two equitable ways to enter the home. The best UD option for Ramps https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/11ea321f-097c-4004-b92e-422cadde4bca/ramp++13.PNG Blog - Ramps - Make it stand out Another best UD option for ramps: there is a contiguous surface of pavers from the drive curving up to the front door. The rock borders on either side of the ramp remind one to stay on the path. The smooth pathway/ramp leads clearly to front door. The ramp is in compliance with the 1” rise to 12” run so that one can maneuver up or down the ramp safely and with little exertion. The ramp is a relatively short distance from drive to front porch. Lights appear along the path. There is a large porch, adequate shelter in place and a bench for staging. All good principles of UD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/3f4e83b1-ccfc-4f0b-a0d4-de4d298ce3eb/rubber+ramp.jpg Blog - Ramps - Make it stand out This high density rubber ramp comes in a variety of rises (heights) and runs (lengths) and widths. Pre fabricated ramps are a quick solution for a zero entry. Unfortunately, this ramp does not fill up the entire space from the path to the step up. This material is weather resistant so holds up well outside, a real plus. The product can be used indoors (showers, door thresholds etc.) and outdoors. This product can only be used when the rise (step up) is less than 5-6”. A great UD product when used properly. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/5f826b63-52cb-41bf-a40e-f5aabbe09525/hidden+ramp.jpg Blog - Ramps - There are 2 ramps here , a bottom one and a top one both are colored blue. Steps (3)on left and a ramp on the right , curve in path, edging on left side of right bottom ramp. A Better UD option for ramps. There are 2 ramps here , a bottom one and a top one both are colored blue. Steps (3)on left and a ramp on the right , curve in path,edging on left side of right of bottom ramp. A Better option for ramps. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/d4511527-1da5-4f7b-951b-f265e9223a90/ramp12.PNG Blog - Ramps This particular ramp went over a space where there were several steps connecting the drive to the front porch. Landscaping on both sides of the ramp softens the ramp. A wooden ramp is a quick fix but needs to be properly weatherized or it is not safe. The curve in the ramp takes out some of the slope. The handrails are great UD. The ramp looks wide enough to accommodate any wheeled device. A better UD option for ramp. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/46bb23d7-e273-4a91-a795-bb7d55af32f6/ramp+wood.jpg Blog - Ramps - Make it stand out Wooden ramp , partially covered, good rise/run, smooth, If there were handrails it would be best option for ramps. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/b6b3cf01-898d-4466-956e-2647c4994c89/hidden+ramp+on+right+side.jpg Blog - Ramps The sneaky ramp! This is home to a wheelchair user. It was decided to ramp on just one side of the front door threshold to accommodate for the electric wheelchair. Simple, easy, intuitive, use less energy. The double doors make this work easily. Creative solution (UD) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/b54817a9-504f-42c0-bf30-8391bbe4eab5/curb+cut.jpg Blog - Ramps - Federal laws state: “(1) Newly constructed or altered streets, roads, and highways must contain curb ramps or other sloped areas at any intersection having curbs or other barriers to entry from a street level pedestrian walkway. (2) Newly constructed or altered street level pedestrian walkways must contain curb ramps or other sloped areas at intersections to streets, roads, or highways. “ If your neighborhood does not have curb cuts call your local representative and bring it to their attention. I wanted to bring to your attention that by Federal law “(1) Newly constructed or altered streets, roads, and highways must contain curb ramps or other sloped areas at any intersection having curbs or other barriers to entry from a street level pedestrian walkway. (2) Newly constructed or altered street level pedestrian walkways must contain curb ramps or other sloped areas at intersections to streets, roads, or highways. “ If your neighborhood does not have curb cuts which impact everyone by restricting safe walkability in the neighborhood, call your local representative and bring it to their attention. It has taken us 2 years to get our curb cuts by we soon will be a walkable community which enhances everyone’s health and wellbeing! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/3edb3abf-4e93-4a4f-8b02-598726959b29/double+stroller.jpg Blog - Ramps - As families grow and loved ones age in place, accessible infrastructure(curb cuts) plays a silent yet crucial role in letting people live where they Flourish! Finally, this neighbor with his double stroller can negotiate the sidewalks with our new curb cuts! As people age in place and families grow, everyone wants to remain healthy and independent. Ramp curbs and curb cuts contribute positively in supporting that goal! https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/pathway-entrances monthly 0.5 2025-08-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2514d846-22e0-4679-8e86-af73c806a06a/multiple+steps+.jpg Blog - Pathways - Make it stand out This curvy Pathway guides you directly to the front door. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/51d1abd5-3a5f-4d39-8d96-7549548c3f36/zero+entry4.jpg Blog - Pathways - Make it stand out This is a Good UD option for pathways: because the long, level, smooth pathway guides you to the front door. There is a slope to front door but by using a long pathway they eliminate the need for steps. There is no pathway lighting so safety at night is an issue and the path needs to be wider to allow for wheelchairs and those double strollers! Aesthetically the stones look nice and won’t get slippery when wet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/6ebc3f78-f63e-45a5-8efe-8efb1b4bcebe/UD+.jpg Blog - Pathways - This is one curvy Pathway! They are trying to manage the slope difference between the sidewalk and the front door. Think about “switchbacks” to cut down the slope on a mountain road. I do like some features of this path. The white colored edging(UD) for the path border. This helps one to visually see the edges of the path so you can remain on it! It is level. Brick path definitely leads you to the front entrance. There are no steps, a zero entry! The path will not be slick if wet, path wide, bricks are smooth. Porch and path have contrast. No pathway lighting…. This is a better UD option for Pathways but can we do better yet? This is one curvy Pathway! Probably because they are trying to manage the slope difference between the sidewalk and the front door. Think about “switchbacks” to cut down the slope on a mountain road. I do like some features of this path. The white colored edging(UD) for the path border. This helps one to visually see the edges of the path so you can remain on it! It is level. Brick path definitely leads you to the front entrance. There are no steps! The path will not be slick if wet, path wide enough, bricks appears level and smooth. No pathway lighting…. This is a better UD option for Pathways but can we do better yet? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/58cd61e4-fffb-47e7-a6cc-364e424cf34e/excellent+light+of+porch+.png Blog - Pathways - Make it stand out This is a better UD option for pathways because: Pathway curves leading to the front porch and door. Path is a smooth, level surface which will not be slick if wet, there is a contrast between the pathway and the porch surfaces, the path is at least 36” wide, the grass is the “border” to designate the edge of the path, lighting does illuminate the front door and porch but not necessarily the whole pathway. This path leads to the front door with zero entry or no steps! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/f59b19df-f9f3-4979-b51e-17e9b5f75ca6/path+lights.jpg Blog - Pathways - Pathway lighting is essential for directing us safely and comfortably to a front door, again UD. One option for pathway lighting. Be creative in selecting one of the many options for lighting pathways. Maintaining the lighting is essential for UD safety reasons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/fdaff747-b7c6-4fcb-a059-947f3f4e4422/path+lights+back.png Blog - Pathways Don’t forget your Backyard pathway lighting. Every pathway deserves illumination as a safety and comfort feature of UD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/6db10b9f-68e9-49bc-8d39-043fba8a7a5f/just+path+light+door+light+not+on.jpg Blog - Pathways - Make it stand out Here is the Best option for Pathways I found in my neighborhood: Path is wide , will not be slick when wet, path curves leading to front door, pathway lighting, grass acts as border to path as well as the shrubbery, zero entry (no steps) . Would I prefer a smoother path texture, YES! for Comfort. Great Universal Design though. Shrubbery can be used to accent a front pathway directing you to the entrance door as you see in the above photo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1751217574418-XU8XCS4F8F49HKBE542M/ladder+pavers.jpg Blog - Pathways https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1751217673393-XFPNRNMQ7629TQVD67TM/small+rise+long+run+steps+contrast+materials.jpg Blog - Pathways https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1751217742315-2LPUJZFF4K9Q8KR4PSFV/step+ups.jpg Blog - Pathways https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1751217811127-5PCKXGA17CZ6J97GO952/stepping+walkways.jpg Blog - Pathways https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1751218093295-38I5NOFO8F4I3N5VLUNR/zero+entry+6.jpg Blog - Pathways https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1751227420550-BO08KWNEM4QOQ6AY4TK7/doors+outside.jpg Blog - Pathways https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/zero-entry monthly 0.5 2025-08-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/2048d8e6-7b42-45ba-913e-6c06fa6210a0/switch+bench+to+front+at+entry.jpg Blog - Zero Entry - Make it stand out Best UD Option for Zero Entry https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/41666734-b30c-418c-b668-d827c3cb3712/great+UD+.jpg Blog - Zero Entry - Stamped concrete pathway. A smooth, level surface with no steps=Zero Entry Better UD option Stamped concrete pathway. A smooth level surface with no steps=Zero Entry https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/96805d6d-8d7e-44ae-8d18-cdec67f73597/zero+entry+2.jpg Blog - Zero Entry - ZERO ENTRY Smooth pathway surface with no stair. Zero Entry! Great UD , love the curve. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/65cadae1-d74c-4142-94df-69c55784b8ce/built+in+ramp+with+contrast+color.jpg Blog - Zero Entry - Smooth pathway surface with no stair but a Ramp, still Zero Entry! Contrast ramp and porch surface with the Pathway. Best UD Option for Pathways! The issue of a step up was eliminated by installing a ramp. The concrete path leads to the front door , easy to find (UD) and the ramp(UD) is where the white tile begins and continues to the front door. Technically, it is a smooth surface with a slight incline and no step =zero entry. This ramp is negotiable by all, meaning someone using a wheelchair, walker, crutches, or a cyclist. There are specific guidelines for ramps which are discussed more fully in the BLOG under ramps. Ready for More? https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/shelter-in-place monthly 0.5 2025-08-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/e099fa7c-75b5-45c7-abab-a9a819e865bd/shelter+entry+2.jpg Blog - Shelter in Place - Great Shelter in Place or Covered Porch! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/4126cdeb-6d11-47e3-b769-919f24f110e4/door+underconstruction.jpg Blog - Shelter in Place - This house is under construction but I appreciate the large shelter in place/covered porch allowing 360 degrees turning in any direction, zero entry, smooth pathway, adequate turning radius of 6’ and lighting. I can’t wait to see the finished project! This is best option for shelter in place. This house is under construction but I appreciate this nice large porch area which allows turning 360 degrees in any direction particularly if using a wheeled device: stroller, walker or wheelchair. Other good UD elements here are: zero entry, smooth pathway, adequate turning radius of 6’, shelter in place and lighting. I can’t wait to see the finished project! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/d8b3ad28-29bd-4282-a65f-e73a40000aca/turning+radius.jpg Blog - Shelter in Place - The drawing is the 2023 ADA guideline for the minimum turning radius of 5’7” for any public spaces including porches, showers, bathrooms, kitchens, hallways etc. The top drawing is the new 2023 ADA guideline for the minimum turning radius of 5’7” for any public spaces to includes porches, showers, bathrooms, kitchens, hallways etc. I use this guideline in homes but always an additional 5” for a 6’ radius. You always need more room. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/38970d41-b0c7-4419-8edc-81a06bbea514/great+UD+design.jpg Blog - Shelter in Place - Staging area has a bench, with pillows sitting off from front door. Best UD Option for Staging. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/8e1f5982-49b7-4409-b8ec-a9c3a466287a/porch.jpg Blog - Shelter in Place BEFORE: Planter encroaching on 6’ porch, front door area doesn’t have as much clear space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/3b50aef7-8466-439b-9eb7-8c180fd64fd3/openporch.jpg Blog - Shelter in Place - AFTER: 6’ Open space for turning and staging, best option for UD Porches/Shelter in place. AFTER: Planters outside the 6’ radius of porch and front door. Clear area to turn around in now (UD). Still looks decorative and nice smooth level surface.(UD) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/41df0f38-6ad3-443d-a5aa-045f09f848b7/UD+door.jpg Blog - Shelter in Place - Shelter in Place This home has used UD to the max! Smooth pathway to front door, contrast from pathway to porch by materials and color, a zero entry, bench is staged inside porch, interesting front door, easy to see, lighting guiding you to the front door, shelter over the large porch! The best UD Option for Shelter in Place. Would I like less vegetation by door, Yes! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/8adc8734-8571-49b5-9a01-abb8da7fd5e5/IMG_4238.jpg Blog - Shelter in Place Esthetically pleasing , porch has turning radius, and zero entry, obvious where you enter for the front door, there are black lights on the porch sides that track to the front door. The Best UD option for Shelter in Place/porch. https://www.flourishingathome.org/blogs/kitchen monthly 0.5 2025-09-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/650b7602-2434-48b3-a61c-5dfc9fe501e9/kitchen+UD.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Make it stand out UD knobs in the front of the stove with UD cabinet hardware. Space at the bottom of the cabinet accommodates for a foot rest on a wheelchair. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/921e26cf-63b2-42fe-888f-38ab11dca6b1/kitchen+space.jpg Blog - Kitchen - The kitchen has the optimum turning radius of 6’ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/b32cc785-0fc7-46e1-820e-d145f3dc0ec3/kit.jpg Blog - Kitchen - A story about counters. When my grandkids were about 7 months until 5 yrs, I would lay them belly down on the kitchen counter to wash their hands under the faucet sink. Their day care did this and I took note as it was much easier on my back and they learned to do it independently. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/53215d28-23b1-4c0a-86e4-ddfc6fff5336/pendent%2C+spot%2C+under+counter+another+view.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Pendant, spot light, under the counter lighting. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a9c6041f-c9b4-4356-81bc-527d5c827a82/banguetter+seating.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Banquette seating can save valuable floor space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/3c72c115-e521-4e46-aef5-874420c69b94/seating+in+kitchen+variety+to+chose+from.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Traditional dining table with a variety of chairs. bench and stools to accommodate various ages. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/6b17827f-0be5-4bef-9668-c2d55e25a981/micro.PNG Blog - Kitchen - This built in microwave opens at the touch of a button. Easy to access and because it is a drawer you can see into it. Great UD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/cf40710d-ce6f-4357-8b66-c491d9b6bae6/stove.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Front knobs make this stove more accessible and safe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/1a87e2cf-9d98-47ed-87c5-ccc2a3ee52e1/Whirlpool+Brand+Launches+Spin%26Load+Dishwasher+Rack++Whirlpool+Pro.jpeg Blog - Kitchen Spin and Load Rack, is a retro fit for the lower shelf in Whirlpool dishwashers made after 2018. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/7215484f-9453-41b6-8d93-952d42078884/refrig+2+UD.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Refrigerator with 2 top doors and pull out freezer. One top door opens to an inside door displaying items but not opening the entire door. It’s reachable to a certain extent for anyone using a wheelchair. Modifications may be necessary to make this accessible to all. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/24653de4-8eb1-41e2-98e7-6a8ef383ed7c/open+aisles+kitchen.jpg Blog - Kitchen This kitchen has plenty of turning radius space in front of sink, dishwasher, oven and stove. Notice UD hardware and the knobs in front on stove. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/a267cebf-355a-4b31-9aa2-f3f27287bb01/kitchen+gadgets+UD.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Here are a few UD kitchen products https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/79dc351e-aa28-471d-be95-14ceec0d131a/utensils.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Make it stand out UD adapted utensils https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/44012218-6c8f-4142-a903-e0e505aa2df0/house+and+garden+canister+with+easy+open+close+lid+gadgets.jpg Blog - Kitchen - I found this to be the most comfortable and easy to use container. It is simple, flexible, easy to use and clear so you know what is in it! Comes in various sizes. Great UD design. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/af92e1f5-26b1-4f54-b614-924cbfa1fced/large+flat+surface+at+counter.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Make it stand out A nice large counter workspace. The matte finish makes it easier to see objects on counter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/00e3648a-8869-4e30-9200-b4d02b4ed090/dispenser.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Motion activated soap dispenser, great UD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68126b0e6aa8cb650bee43c9/5dae1b66-6d34-48c2-aa44-91b57fa56fe1/cabinet+drawers+issue+of+pull.jpg Blog - Kitchen - Can you ever have enough drawers? Never! I would change out the drawer hardware as everything snags on it! 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