Turn your basement into a self contained living space

Seniors Accommodation Specialists | Greater Toronto Area 

Basements designed to suit your parent's current and future needs

A standard basement renovation simply won't work

Here are some important considerations:

Door Width

Wider doors offer easy wheelchair access. Double doors to a master bedroom can allow a bed to be rolled in. Egress doors to allow fast & easy access for first responders.

Electrical Outlets

Consider raising electrical outlets from the standard height, to 18 inches off the ground. Higher outlets can be accessed from a seated position and minimise the need to lean or bend down to plug things in.

Flooring

Consider low-pile carpet, you need flooring that a wheelchair can easily roll over. Tile and other hard flooring options are less desirable as they pose a greater fall risk.

Bathroom

A walk-in shower with grab bar is imperative. Consider a built-in bench to allow seated bathing. A wide entry with no step also allows a wheelchair to enter the space for transfer to the shower seat.

Colours

Light colours can brighten a space and make it easier for your parents to see. Consider all of your options to bring natural light into the space. Egress windows, skylights, mirrors, etc.

Toilet & Taps

Lever-style faucet handles should be used to enable operation of the sink and shower without having to grip and turn. Also consider a chair-height commode with a lever flush mechanism.

Kitchen

Use light colours for cupboards, benches and appliances. We recommend electric burners as they turn red when hot and black when cool, plus they are safer than gas.

Lighting

Recessed lighting can provide plenty of artificial light with minimal glare, which can be bothersome to people with low vision. Also consider wide wall switches for lighting and desk lamps.

Access to Main Level

The width of the stairs is an important consideration. Ensure grab rails are installed on both sides. Chair Lifts are a cost effective solution when mobility becomes a challenge.

29 Things you need to consider for a safe and comfortable home.

Aged Care Basement Renovation Specialist

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Basement Renovation Checklist for Senior Care

29 Things you need to consider for a safe and comfortable home.