The elderly often require modifications to their existing homes in order to make them safer and easier to use. Danny explores some innovative ideas to make homes more accessible, such as:

• Hinges that provide additional clearance for wheelchairs.
• Removing thresholds from exterior doors.
• ADA compliant faucets.
• Grab bars for tubs and showers.
• Adjustable showerheads.
• Increased lighting from remote controlled skylights

Watch this video to find out more.

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1. Nancy Sharrett Says:
   October 7th, 2010 at 10:51 pm

   I need to install a grab bar on the tile around my bathtub. What is the best way to attach when the tile is also up? How do I find the boards under the tile? What do I use to drill through the tile, so it does not crack?

   I enjoy your TV show.

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