Creating safer, more accessible living spaces
Home Modifications
At Hartworx, we specialize in transforming homes into spaces that are not only safe and accessible but also comfortable and stylish. Our home modifications are designed to enhance your quality of life by making your living environment more functional and suited to your specific needs. We understand that every home and individual is unique, which is why we offer a wide range of modification services tailored to your personal requirements. Whether you’re looking to improve mobility, prevent falls, or simply make daily activities easier, our expert team is here to help.
Our Home Modification Services Include:
- Grab Bars and Handrails: Installing strategically placed grab bars and handrails to provide extra support and stability in areas like bathrooms, stairways, and hallways.
- Roll-In Showers: Converting your bathroom into a more accessible space with roll-in showers that eliminate the need to step over high thresholds, reducing the risk of falls.
- Wheelchair Ramps: Adding ramps to entrances and other areas of your home to make it easier to navigate with a wheelchair or mobility device.
- Non-Slip Flooring: Replacing slippery surfaces with non-slip flooring options that provide better traction and reduce the likelihood of accidents.
- Height-Adjustable Fixtures: Modifying sinks, countertops, and other fixtures to be height-adjustable, ensuring they are easily accessible to everyone in the household.
- Widening Doorways: Expanding doorways to accommodate wheelchairs and walkers, making it easier to move from room to room without obstacles.
Our approach to home modifications is collaborative and client-centered. We work closely with you, your Occupational Therapist, and other caregivers to ensure that every modification is perfectly aligned with your needs. From the initial consultation to the final installation, we are committed to delivering high-quality craftsmanship and a seamless experience.
Falls Prevention
Falls are a leading cause of injury in the home, especially for older adults and individuals with mobility challenges. At Hartworx, our Falls Prevention solutions are designed to significantly reduce the risk of falls, helping you maintain your independence and stay safe in your home. We take a proactive approach to falls prevention by assessing your living environment and identifying potential hazards. Our expert team then implements targeted modifications that address these risks while ensuring your home remains comfortable and aesthetically pleasing.
Our Falls Prevention Services Include:
- Handrails and Support Bars: Installing sturdy handrails and support bars in key areas like staircases, bathrooms, and hallways to provide extra stability and prevent slips and falls.
- Custom Bed Blocks: Elevating or stabilizing beds with custom bed blocks to make it easier to get in and out of bed safely, reducing the risk of nighttime falls.
- Non-Slip Surfaces: Replacing or treating slippery floors with non-slip materials in areas prone to moisture, such as bathrooms and kitchens, to improve traction and prevent accidents.
- Improved Lighting: Enhancing indoor and outdoor lighting to eliminate dark spots and ensure clear visibility, particularly in frequently used pathways and staircases.
- Threshold Ramps: Installing threshold ramps to smooth out transitions between rooms and eliminate tripping hazards at doorways.
- Clutter Reduction and Organization: Assisting with the removal of clutter and organizing living spaces to create clear, obstacle-free paths, reducing the likelihood of trips and falls.
Falls can have a significant impact on your quality of life, but with the right precautions, many of them are preventable. Our team at Hartworx is dedicated to creating a safer home environment where you can move confidently and independently. We work closely with you and your healthcare providers to customize solutions that fit your lifestyle and specific needs.
Accessibility Upgrades
Creating a home that is accessible and accommodating is essential for individuals with mobility challenges or disabilities. At Hartworx, we offer a range of Accessibility Upgrades designed to enhance your independence and make your living environment more functional and inclusive. Our goal is to ensure that every area of your home is easily accessible, allowing you to move around comfortably and safely. We understand that accessibility is not just about convenience—it’s about empowering you to live your life with confidence and freedom. That’s why our upgrades are tailored to your specific needs, ensuring that your home is a true reflection of your lifestyle and abilities.
Our Accessibility Upgrade Services Include:
- Wheelchair Ramps: Installing ramps at entrances and other key areas of your home to provide smooth and easy access for wheelchairs, walkers, and mobility devices.
- Widened Doorways: Modifying doorways to accommodate wheelchairs and other mobility aids, making it easier to navigate through your home without obstacles.
- Lowered Countertops and Cabinets: Adjusting the height of kitchen and bathroom fixtures, such as countertops, sinks, and cabinets, to ensure they are accessible and functional for everyone in the household.
- Threshold Ramps: Smoothing out the transitions between rooms by installing threshold ramps that eliminate the need to step over high door thresholds, reducing tripping hazards.
- Accessible Bathroom Modifications: Enhancing bathroom accessibility with features like roll-in showers, height-adjustable showerheads, grab bars, and easy-to-reach faucets, making daily routines safer and more comfortable.
- Stairlifts and Elevators: Installing stairlifts or home elevators to provide safe and easy access to all levels of your home, ensuring that stairs are no longer a barrier.
Our Accessibility Upgrades are designed with your needs in mind, offering practical solutions that improve your daily living experience. We work closely with you and your Occupational Therapist to create a home environment that supports your independence and enhances your quality of life.
