2 Things To Consider When Putting Up Window Treatments For Aging Persons

Posted on 5 May 2015

The life expectancy of the average American in 2012 was reported to be about 78.8 years. With this increase in longevity come concerns for making the living conditions of the elderly as comfortable as possible. Since almost 90 percent of seniors over the age of 65 years would prefer to stay at home, if possible, the home would probably need some adjustment to facilitate the changing needs of an aging resident. One such adjustment could be in the window treatments that are used in the home and more specifically in the living areas in which that person will reside. [Read More]

Overcoming Troubles Associated With Long Commutes From Your Apartment To The Office

Posted on 15 April 2015

Apartment seekers often look for a location close to work. Not everyone, however, wants to rent a place right near the office. The location might be too congested or does not contribute much to weekend hobbies or pursuits. Renting an apartment an hour or so drive from work is not automatically a bad idea. With the help of an apartment locator, renting far away from the office could end up being workable. [Read More]

4 Tips For Giving Your Home Some Springtime Cheer

Posted on 27 March 2015

As the spring weather is approaching, you're probably looking forward to blooming flowers, greenery in the trees and higher temperatures on the thermometer. If you're like many people, though, you might not be feeling the cheer just yet. One way to bring in the season is to decorate your home for springtime, and it doesn't even have to cost a lot of money. If you follow these simple suggestions, you're sure to enjoy the added spring cheer. [Read More]

Five Ways to Recycle Your Old Wooden Shutters

Posted on 18 March 2015

If you have any old wooden shutters taking up space in your garage, or if you come across these finds at a thrift store or rummage sale, there are some great do-it-yourself projects that will transform these into cool, inventive accents. If you want to paint or stain the wood, do it before beginning the project to make coverage much easier and allow to dry fully. Five easy and fun projects with shutters include: [Read More]

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Bathroom Renovations: Changes for People with Limited Mobility

After my father passed away, we invited Mom to live with us. Along with adjusting to a new face at the breakfast table, I needed to make some changes to the second bathroom; my mother could no longer get around as easily as in years past. With the help of a contractor, we set to work. A walk-in tub was installed, and a vanity that she could use with ease was put in place. After thorough tile and grout cleaning, along with some new accents, the bathroom was perfect for her. If adult care is something you are facing, let me help. I'll share about how we chose new fixtures, what we did to make the space more accessible, and how we kept the cost affordable. In no time, you'll be ready to tackle your own bathroom update for your elderly loved one.

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