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Expert Renovation & Safety Planning Insights

Welcome to Adaptive Living’s Resource Center, where we share expert guidance on home modifications, accessibility solutions, and aging in place renovations in Ottawa. Through our monthly “Living Larger” newsletter and comprehensive articles, we explore adaptive home design, senior safety solutions, and innovative mobility modifications. Whether you’re seeking accessible bathroom renovations, emergency home modifications, or universal design insights, you’ll find practical resources to help create safe, independent living spaces that enhance quality of life. Our content is crafted by certified adaptive specialists and local experts to serve seniors, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and healthcare providers throughout the National Capital Region.

Blogs

Introducing the MO/GO Exoskeleton

Pioneering Mobility: Empowering Every Step For Ottawa residents who’ve found local trails and outdoor spaces increasingly challenging to navigate, the MO/GO exoskeleton represents a breakthrough in accessible adventure. This innovative collaboration between Skip and Arc’teryx isn’t just another mobility device—it’s a tool for reclaiming the joy of outdoor exploration, from

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A Neurologist Turned Patient

A Neurologist’s Journey: Navigating Alzheimer’s from Both Sides of the Diagnosis When a neurologist becomes the patient, the insights are uniquely valuable. Dr. Daniel Gibbs spent decades diagnosing and treating Alzheimer’s patients before facing his own diagnosis. His remarkable perspective offers Ottawa families and caregivers a rare glimpse into early detection,

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Caregiver Resources for Ottawa Locals

Supporting the Supporters: A Guide for Ottawa Families Navigating Dementia Care The journey of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia transforms daily life in profound ways. For Ottawa families, this path brings unique challenges: adapting homes for safety during harsh winters, maintaining connection through changing seasons, and

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See LEGO’s Sunflower Lanyard Initiative

Building Inclusivity: One Brick at a Time LEGO’s decision to include the sunflower lanyard—a symbol for hidden disabilities—in their toy lineup marks a significant step toward normalising invisible challenges many Ottawa families face daily. This thoughtful design choice does more than create inclusive toys; it opens important conversations about how

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Kelly’s Story

Crafting Accessible and Elegant Living Spaces When Kelly Dawson designed her 800-square-foot apartment, she proved that small spaces can be both fully accessible and stylish. For Ottawa residents adapting homes of modest size—whether downtown condos or compact family homes—her innovative solutions demonstrate how thoughtful design can maximize both functionality and

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Justin’s Story (Updated)

The Invisible Art of Accessible Design: Building a Home That Works for Everyone In Ottawa’s Alta Vista-neighborhood, Justin Ferrabee and his partner Tricia Weagant’s home showcases the transformative power of thoughtful adaptive renovations. From the outside, you might notice the elegant wooden ramps gracefully connecting different levels of the property—a

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LL Caregiver Compass Issue 2

The Surprising Truth About Care Work: From London to Ottawa Care work is often overlooked, its profound impact on individuals and communities rarely acknowledged. However, a recent Guardian article challenges this perception, revealing care work as one of the most emotionally rich and rewarding professions. (Read the original article here.)

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LL Designing for Dignity Issue 2

Design That Empowers: Inclusive Homes with Accessibility and Elegance Accessible design is evolving beyond functionality, merging seamlessly with modern aesthetics to create homes that are both beautiful and practical. In Architectural Digest’s article, Accessible Design: 6 Items to Curate a More Inclusive Home, discover how thoughtfully designed spaces can promote

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LL Tech Horizons – Issue 2

Beyond Assistance: Technology That Transforms Lives in Ottawa Technology isn’t just enhancing possibilities—it’s redefining what it means to live independently. In Ottawa, a quiet revolution in assistive technology is turning homes and communities into environments where barriers dissolve and human potential flourishes. Standalone devices and patchwork solutions have evolved to

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Expert Corner

LL Expert Corner Issue 2

The Hidden Risks of Winter: Why 85% of Senior Falls Happen and How to Prevent Them Ottawans are no strangers to harsh winter conditions that pose unique challenges for individuals with mobility issues or accessibility needs. Icy walkways, snow-covered ramps, and shorter days heighten the risks of falls, injuries, and

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