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Adaptive housing: remodeling considerations for the disabled.

V T Chen1, L D Baruch, P T Scharf

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville 22204.

The Journal of Burn Care & Rehabilitation
|July 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Removing home architectural barriers improves life for disabled individuals. Training staff to modify homes enhances accessibility and quality of life for disabled persons and their families.

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Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Science
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Home Modification

Background:

  • Physical barriers in homes significantly hinder the normalization and independence of disabled individuals.
  • Existing home environments often present challenges that limit daily living activities for people with disabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the impact of eliminating architectural barriers in homes for disabled persons.
  • To identify key areas within the home that require modification for improved accessibility.

Main Methods:

  • Training staff to identify and remove architectural barriers within residential settings.
  • Focusing modifications on critical areas such as bathrooms, bedrooms, and kitchens.
  • Implementing barrier-free design principles in home environments.

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Main Results:

  • Eliminating physical barriers can reduce handicaps experienced by disabled individuals.
  • Staff training effectively addresses architectural challenges in home environments.
  • Modifications improve accessibility in key living spaces.

Conclusions:

  • Barrier-free home design is a cost-effective strategy for enhancing the quality of life for disabled individuals and their families.
  • Targeted home modifications and staff training are crucial for promoting independence and well-being.