The Hidden Gaps in Home Modifications: What Families Should Know Before Calling a Contractor
Most home modifications are done with good intentions — but without a healthcare professional guiding the plan, even beautiful renovations can become unsafe, unusable, or unnecessarily expensive. In this edition, I’m sharing real examples of when accessibility goes sideways and why families should always pair a contractor’s skill with clinical expertise.
Why an Occupational Therapist Makes the Ideal Accessibility Consultant
As an occupational therapist, I look at accessibility through the lens of daily life — not just getting into a space, but being able to fully participate in what you want and need to do once you’re there.