Home modification is adaptation to the living environment intended to
increase ease of use, safety, security and independence. Some home
modifications include:
- Lever door handles that operate easily with a push
- Handrails on both sides of staircase and outside steps
- Ramps for accessible entry and exit
- Walk-in shower
- Grab bars in the shower, by the toilet, and by the tub
- Hand-held, flexible shower head
- Lever-handed faucets that are easy to turn on and off
- Sliding shelves and lazy susan in corner cabinet
- ''C'' or ''D'' ring handles on cabinet doors and drawers for easy gripping
