Home Modifications
We can address your home modification needs
At Your Allied Health Care, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive allied health services to support your well-being and independence. Our Home Modification Services are designed to assess your unique needs and create customised solutions to enhance accessibility and safety in your home environment.
Some common types of home modifications we provide recommendations and designs include:
Bathroom Modifications: Installing grab bars, raised toilet seats, walk-in showers, or bathtub conversions to improve safety and accessibility in the bathroom.
Kitchen Modifications: Lowering countertops, installing accessible cabinets, and adding lever-style handles to kitchen fixtures for easier access and use.
Wheelchair Ramps: Constructing ramps or platform lifts to enable wheelchair users to navigate entrances and exits safely and independently.
Door Widening: Widening doorways to accommodate wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids, allowing for easier passage between rooms.
Stair Lifts: Installing stair lifts or chair lifts to provide individuals with mobility limitations safe and comfortable access to different levels of their homes.
Handrail Installation: Adding handrails along staircases, hallways, and other areas to provide support and stability for individuals with balance or mobility challenges.
Bedroom Modifications: Lowering bed heights, installing bed rails, or creating accessible storage solutions to optimize comfort and accessibility in the bedroom.
Lighting and Electrical Adjustments: Adding motion-sensor lights, enhancing overall lighting, and installing accessible switches and outlets to improve visibility and safety throughout the home.
Flooring and Surface Modifications: Removing tripping hazards, installing slip-resistant flooring, and making adjustments to floor transitions to create a safer and more accessible environment.
Home Automation: Implementing smart home technology, such as voice-activated assistants and remote-controlled devices, to increase convenience and accessibility for individuals with limited mobility.
These are just a few examples of the types of home modifications we offer. Our team of allied health professionals works closely with you to assess your specific needs and preferences, ensuring that the modifications we recommend are tailored to meet your unique requirements and enhance your quality of life at home.
Our Approach
- Personalised Assessments: Our team of experienced professionals conducts thorough assessments of your home environment, taking into account your individual mobility, accessibility requirements, and specific health concerns.
- Tailored Solutions: Based on the assessment findings, we develop personalised solutions to address your home modification needs. Whether you require minor adjustments or major renovations, we strive to create solutions that meet your specific requirements and preferences.
- Collaborative Care: We believe in a collaborative approach to your care, working closely with you, your caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that our services align with your overall health and wellness goals.
Funding Assistance
We understand that financing home modifications can be a concern for many individuals. That's why we offer assistance in accessing funding through various channels:
NDIS Funding: For eligible participants of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), many home modification projects may be funded through their NDIS plans.
Community Grants: For those who are not NDIS participants, we can explore alternative funding options such as community grants to support your home modification projects.
Why Choose Your Allied Health Care
- Comprehensive Care: Our multidisciplinary team of allied health professionals, including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Exercise Physiologists, ensures that you receive comprehensive care tailored to your needs.
- Client-Centered Approach: We prioritise your needs and preferences, working closely with you to develop solutions that enhance your independence and quality of life.
- Quality Assurance: With a commitment to excellence, we adhere to the highest standards of quality and professionalism in all our services.