Home modifications are suggested adjustments aimed at creating a safe, accessible, and comfortable living environment to enhance independence and support aging in place.
Tips & Links
- Home modifications to improve your safety might include grab bars, non-slip flooring, handrails, wider doorways, an accessible shower or bath, lower light switches, and/or sensory aids.
- In many cases, the healthcare professional who conducts your home safety assessment provides a list of recommended equipment and modifications. Be sure to note this information in your Mywell Health planner.
- Explore ways to pay for any home modifications and equipment needed. BC Housing offers information on rebates for accessible home adaptation.
- For seniors wanting to age in place, there are BC government programs offering a home renovation tax benefit, property tax deferment, and home owners grant.
- Seniors BC offers a list of ways to help pay for equipment and ways to help you stay in your home.
- For home care equipment and mobility aids, check out Ability 411, the Canadian Red Cross for loaning programs, Facebook marketplace and other ‘Buy and sell’ groups.
- Review the activities Changes in My Personal Needs and My Financial and Lifestyle Plan in your Mywell Health planner. Discuss your changing care needs, getting a home care assessment, financial costs, and options for where you are living.
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