Blog
The Havenside blog is where you can find helpful, practical information about home improvements and modifications.
What Does a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist Do?
Staying in your home as you age requires careful planning. Nationwide, 78% of people over age 55 have a chronic health condition, such as arthritis, cardiovascular disease or diabetes, to name a few. That rate increases to 85% in adults over 65. Certain...
Homeowner’s Guide to Home Accessibility
Homes hold memories that often make us want to remain in them as long as possible. As homeowners age or face new mobility challenges, maintaining comfort, independence and safety becomes increasingly important. Accessibility is critical for those who want to remain in...
Why It’s Smart to Install a Grab Bar by Toilets
As life progresses, people often experience unexpected safety complications in the home. Whether they wrestle with arthritis, an injured leg or just the natural consequences of growing older, navigating basic bathroom tasks can become a discouraging challenge. ...
Improving Accessibility With Exterior Handrails for Steps
As we age or face mobility challenges, navigating steps can become increasingly difficult. Whether it’s the front porch, backyard deck or any other outdoor stairs, ensuring safety and accessibility should be a top priority. One effective way to enhance safety is by...
How Do Handrails on Stairs Help Keep You Safe?
Making adjustments to your home for better accessibility is an empowering decision. When you face mobility issues related to age, injury or illness, it is important to consider how to create a safer environment to recover or age in place. It becomes a commitment to...
Freedom at Home: The Benefits of Wheelchair Stair Lifts
Aging in place is a wonderful goal that allows individuals to remain in the comfort of their own homes as they grow older. However, limited mobility can make this dream challenging, especially when stairs become an obstacle. For many people, navigating stairs can be...
Exterior Handrails for Safety and Peace of Mind
Exterior handrails provide support and stability to help us move through our day. From guiding your steps on staircases to ensuring a secure grip along outdoor walkways, handrails prevent falls and promote peace of mind for seniors and their loved ones. In this...
Benefits of Stairlifts for Homes
Stairs are more challenging to manage as we get older and can keep individuals with physical limitations from fully enjoying their homes. For seniors wanting to age in place, stairlifts provide a solution when moving between levels becomes too difficult. In this blog...
Safe Installations With a Grab Bar Specialist
A safe living space is essential for everyone — and it’s especially important for older homeowners who are aging in place. For people over the age of 65, one out of every five falls causes a serious injury. You can prevent falls at home by making changes to improve...
Aging-in-Place Modifications for Homeowners
Studies show that 77% of adults over 50 prefer to age in place. Many people want to stay in their homes for the long haul because it allows them to manage their lives on their own terms as they age. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the importance of home...
A Guide to Interior Handrails for Aging in Place
As we age, the chances of a fall become more likely. According to the National Institute on Aging, one in four people aged 65 years or older fall each year. The good news is that you can prevent accidents with home modifications that complement your changing needs....
Shopping Guide for Stair Lifts for Seniors
If stairs have become an obstacle to your ability to live comfortably, safely and independently in your home, you don’t need to start thinking about moving to a new place. Instead, it’s the perfect time to install a stairlift. Since most people are unable to pay...