Guest guest Posted April 25, 2002 Report Share Posted April 25, 2002 Vera: Today's Orange County Register had an article on making a house that would last a lifetime. It was about making doors wide enough for wheelchairs and much more. I just searched for it on their site, but it isn't there. It was in the Coastal Living section. They talk about Access one and Adaptability products among other suggestions. The article is by Marsha Kay Seff, and you might call the register and ask for a copy. I will keep mine and give it to you when we meet Bill. The door hinges are called Duromatic Door Hinges, and they are from AdapAbility Products for quality Living. I will call you when I get home Love, Barbara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 25, 2002 Report Share Posted April 25, 2002 Vera: Today's Orange County Register had an article on making a house that would last a lifetime. It was about making doors wide enough for wheelchairs and much more. I just searched for it on their site, but it isn't there. It was in the Coastal Living section. They talk about Access one and Adaptability products among other suggestions. The article is by Marsha Kay Seff, and you might call the register and ask for a copy. I will keep mine and give it to you when we meet Bill. The door hinges are called Duromatic Door Hinges, and they are from AdapAbility Products for quality Living. I will call you when I get home Love, Barbara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 25, 2002 Report Share Posted April 25, 2002 Vera: There is a catalog called Yield House (and something else--all kinds of building knobs etc) and maybe they have some hinges that you are looking for. I received a catalog this week, but threw it out unfortunately. You can probably request a catalog on line or call them for information. Good luck. I realize now that I should have been looking for those hinges for us. Never thought of it. Lou ReynoldsAt 06:49 PM 4/25/2002 -0400, you wrote: Fred electric wheel chair has been appoved and should be here in a few weeks. We were tolded that we should have hinges on the doors that are flat to give us more room and Pam also put in this web site that tell the how to for the bathroom and other rooms with a swing away hinge that will give you more space pass the door . I've been trying to fine either of these two types of hinges , but haven't had any luck so far. Has anyone came across these and if so where? I've tried Homepot and Lowes ( which are the largest hardware that we have) but with no luck. It's either these kinds of hinges to get the space or the door's come off. Thank you for any help Vera | Assessment and Solutions Checklist | More Information | Home Modifications Assesment and Solutions Checklist Click here to download a PDF of this checklistUse these guidelines to identify fall hazards and accessibility issues of the homeowner and family members. The Solutions worksheet can assist in prioritization and implementation of specific home modifications. Underline, or use a highlighter, to note problems and be sure to add any comments that will assist in modifications. If you would like a hard copy of this checklist, please email jenn_clark@... Exterior Entrances and Exits Interior Doors, Stairs, and Halls Bathroom Kitchen Living Room, Dining Room, and Bedroom Laundry Telephone and Front Door Storage Space Windows Electrical Outlets and Controls Heat, Air, Light, Security, Water, Temperature, and Carbon Monoxide Controls Exterior Entrances and Exit Note condition of the walkway and driveway. Check for the existence of curb cuts. Note the handrail condition on both the right and left sides. Note the light level on high traffic areas such as the driveway, walkway, and porch. Check the door threshold height Note the ability of the homeowner to use the knob, lock and key, mailbox, peephole, and package shelf Check the door and window locks to see if they work Solutions Interior Doors, Stairs, and Halls Note height of door threshold, knob & hinge types; clear width door opening; direction that door swings Note presence of floor level changes Note hall width, adequate for walker/WC Note stair flight run- straight, curved Note stair rails- condition, right/left side Note low light level, clutter hazards Note floor surface texture, contrast Solutions Bathroom Able to manage basin/tub faucets, shower control and drain plugs? Are hot water pipes covered? Appropriate mirror height, sit and stand? Able to reach shelf above/below basin? Able to step in/out of the bath/shower? Able to use bath bench in tub/shower? Note toilet height; able to reach paper; flush; come from sit to stand posture Space available for caregiver to assist? Solutions Kitchen Note overall light level, task lighting Note sink and counter heights Note wall/floor storage shelf heights Are under sink hot water pipes covered? Note lack of under counter knee space Note lack of near-by surface to rest hot foods on when removed from oven? Note stove control location (rear/front) Solutions Living Room, Dining Room, and Bedroom Chair/sofa/bed heights allow sit/stand? Rugs lack non-slip pad or rug tape? Chair available with arm rests? Able to turn on light, radio, TV, place a phone call from bed/ chair/ sofa? Solutions Laundry Able to hand wash/ hang clothes to dry? Able to access automatic washer/dryer? Solutions Telephone and Front Door Phone jack location near bed/sofa/chair? Able to get to phone, dial, hear caller? Able to identify visitors, hear doorbell? Able to reach and empty mailbox? Wears neck/wrist device to obtain emergency help? Solutions Storage Space Able to reach closet rods/hooks; open bureau drawers? Absence of light inside closet? Solutions Windows Opening mechanism at 42 in. from floor? Lock accessible, easy-to-operate? Sill height above floor level? Solutions Electrical Outlets and Controls Insufficient outlets? Outlet height, wall locations? Low vision/sound warnings? Extension cord hazard? Heat, Air, Light, Security, Water, Temperature, and Carbon Monoxide Controls Lack of smoke/CO2 detectors; fire extinguisher? Thermometer displays easily readable? Accessible environmental controls? Pressure balance valve available? Note rooms where poor light level exists Able to open windows; slide patio doors? Able to open drapes or curtains? Solutions Solutions Exterior Entrances and Exits Install stair rails on both sides Install door lever-type handles; double-bolt lock Install beveled, no step, no trip threshold Remove screen/storm door if needed Create surface to place packages when opening door Install peephole on exterior door Repair holes, uneven joints on walkway Provide non-slip finish to walkway surface Add ramp Increase lighting at entry area Back to Top Interior Doors, Stairs, and Halls Create clear pathways between rooms Apply color contrast/texture change at top/bottom stair edges Install door lever handle Install 'swing-clear' hinges to widen doorway, minimum width- 32 inches Install beveled thresholds (max 1/2 in.) Replace/ add non-slip surface on steps Repair/install stair handrails on both sides Back to Top Bathroom Install 'swing-away' hinge to widen clear door space (min 32in.) Install secure wall reinforcement and place grab bars at toilet, bath and shower Install adjustable-height shower head Install non-slip strips in bath/shower Secure floor bathmat with non-slip, double-sided rug tape Elevate toilet height by adding portable seat or raising toilet base on a pedestal Adapt flush handle or install flush sensor Adapt or relocate toilet paper dispenser Round counter corners to provide safety Insulate hot water pipes if exposed Create sitting knee clearance at basin by removing vanity door/shelves underneath Install mirror for sitting/standing view Install good-quality non-glare lighting Install shower with no threshold if bathing abilities are severely limited If you do not wish to belong to shydrager, you may unsubscribe by sending a blank email to shydrager-unsubscribe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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