Aging in place is all about making your home as comfortable and safe as possible. Because of this, home modifications are often necessary in order to make a safe and secure space. Here are 31+ home modifications you may want to consider:

Bathroom

• Walk-in shower 
• Walk-in bathtub
• Grab bars or safety tape
• Shower or transfer bench
• Comfort height toilets
• Slip-resistant floor
• Change sink handles to levers 
• Handheld shower head 

Systems

• Medical alert systems 
• Video cameras and security systems
• Personal Monitoring devices (Fitbit, Garmin, etc) 
• Smart Lighting 

Bedroom

• Low-profile bed, adjustable bed, or hospital bed 
• Bed rails or handles 
• Bedside fall mats 
• Sturdy nightstand (same height as bed) 
• Always have cell phone near bed 
• Night lights 
• Bedside lamps 
• Anchor furniture to wall (bookcase, drawers, shelves.) 

Exterior

• Motion sensor lights 
• Large, visible address numbers
• Smooth out driveway and sidewalk area
• Automatic sprinkler system
• Xeriscape area (low maintenance plants such as succulents) 
• Artificial grass
• Outdoor lift

Kitchen

• Lower sink
• Adjust counter heights (28-34 inches above the floor) 
• Pull out shelves (for lower shelves) and pull down shelves (for upper shelves)
• C or D-shaped handles 
• Automatic faucet 
• ADA-compliant sink, microwave, and fridge
• Wall ovens

Miscellaneous   

• Wheel-chair ramps 
• Handrails for stairways 
• Front-loading washer and dryer 
• Wide Doors (36 inches) 
• Lowered windows or tall windows with lower window sills 
• Hallways are well-lit 
• Remove clutter 
• Bright, LED bulbs
• Non slip flooring 
• Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

Home modifications help ensure the aging process is accessible, comfortable, and safe. 

If you’d like to learn more about this senior living option , read our article on the benefits of aging in place.