Aging-in-Place is a type of design that modifies your existing home to fit your needs as you become older. More specifically, Aging-in-Place consists of creating an environment that is “barrier free”. It is an “adaptable design” of living space that will increase the use, safety, security, and independence for homeowners as they age.

Universal Design –
Focuses on as much of the population as possible by designing space and using products that can be utilized by all people to the greatest extent possible.

Accessible Design –
Focuses on specific clientele with a disability by designing a space the user can get around in with ease and comfort.

Visitability Design –
Focuses on wheelchair accessibility clientele and targets accessibility to ground floors. By selecting a Remodeling Contractor that is Certified in Aging-in-Place (CAPS) you are assured that the contractor has been trained, tested and has become certified in assessing the homestead needs of an aging or disabled person.