Universal Design

Whole-home design principles that keep spaces usable for every age and ability without retrofits.

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Whole-home design principles that keep spaces usable for every age and ability without retrofits.

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  CAPS Contractor Guide

  What CAPS certification means and how to choose a qualified remodeler.

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  Aging in Place Certifications Explained: CAPS, CEAC, UDCP

  CAPS, CEAC, and UDCP are the three main aging-in-place training credentials. Learn what each proves, who holds it, and how to verify one before you hire.

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  Home Safety Assessment Checklist: A Room-by-Room Plan

  A room-by-room home safety assessment checklist for older adults, plus when to bring in an occupational therapist and how to pay for the fixes it finds.

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  How to Verify CAPS Certification Before You Hire

  Confirm a contractor's CAPS credential with NAHB in minutes, then run the license and insurance checks a certification never replaces. A simple step guide.

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  Door Widening Guide

  Widen doorways for wheelchair and walker clearance without overbuilding.

• Article

  Home Safety Assessment Checklist: A Room-by-Room Plan

  A room-by-room home safety assessment checklist for older adults, plus when to bring in an occupational therapist and how to pay for the fixes it finds.

• Article

  How to Verify CAPS Certification Before You Hire

  Confirm a contractor's CAPS credential with NAHB in minutes, then run the license and insurance checks a certification never replaces. A simple step guide.

• Article

  Aging in Place Certifications Explained: CAPS, CEAC, UDCP

  CAPS, CEAC, and UDCP are the three main aging-in-place training credentials. Learn what each proves, who holds it, and how to verify one before you hire.

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  Questions to Ask an Aging-in-Place Contractor

  The questions to ask an aging-in-place contractor, the answers that should reassure you, and the exact lookup tools that let you verify each one yourself.

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  What Is a CAPS Contractor? Accessibility Specialists Guide

  A CAPS contractor is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist trained by the NAHB. Learn what they do, how to verify one, typical costs, and funding options.

• Article

  Aging in Place Certifications Explained: CAPS, CEAC, UDCP

  CAPS, CEAC, and UDCP are the three main aging-in-place training credentials. Learn what each proves, who holds it, and how to verify one before you hire.

• Article

  Home Safety Assessment Checklist: A Room-by-Room Plan

  A room-by-room home safety assessment checklist for older adults, plus when to bring in an occupational therapist and how to pay for the fixes it finds.

• Article

  How to Verify CAPS Certification Before You Hire

  Confirm a contractor's CAPS credential with NAHB in minutes, then run the license and insurance checks a certification never replaces. A simple step guide.

• Article

  Questions to Ask an Aging-in-Place Contractor

  The questions to ask an aging-in-place contractor, the answers that should reassure you, and the exact lookup tools that let you verify each one yourself.

• Article

  What Is a CAPS Contractor? Accessibility Specialists Guide

  A CAPS contractor is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist trained by the NAHB. Learn what they do, how to verify one, typical costs, and funding options.

• Article

  CAPS Contractor Guide

  What CAPS certification means and how to choose a qualified remodeler.

• Funding

  Texas Senior Home Repair Assistance

  Example state senior home repair pathway for aging-in-place accessibility upgrades.

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  Accessible Kitchens

  Kitchen layouts, clearances, and appliances designed for wheelchair and aging-in-place use.

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  Universal Design

  Whole-home design principles that work for people of all ages and abilities.