Ottawa Home Accessibility & Aging in Place Resources
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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
Beyond Accessibility: Designing Homes That Feel Like Home
Beyond Accessibility: Designing Homes That Feel Like Home For years, home modifications for mobility needs have prioritised function over feeling—necessary but uninspired. Stainless steel grab bars and clinical-looking fixtures were
Aging in Place with Style: A Physician Couple's Vision for Future-Ready Living
Accessible Design with Style: Experts Weigh In on Future-Ready Homes At Adaptive Living, we often hear a common question from Ottawa homeowners: How can we make our homes more accessible
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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