STRATEGIES FOR REDUCED STRENGTH

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1 ALTERATIONS STRATEGIES FOR REDUCED STRENGTH LEVERS & CRANKS reduce arthritic hand movements

2 ALTERATIONS STRATEGIES FOR REDUCED VISION Color perception and Contrast as eyes age younger eye may see aging eye may see

3 ALTERATIONS STRATEGIES FOR REDUCED VISION Color perception and Contrast as eyes age High contrast flooring may be precieved as a change in floor level or shadow and instigate a fall Subtle floor changes and contrasting door jambs from wall

4 ALTERATIONS STRATEGIES FOR REDUCED VISION Color perception and Contrast as eyes age Contrast can add clarity to environment (also lay pills on contrasting cloth surface)

5 PLANNING ROOM & SPACE PLANNING / FLEXIBILITY PHASE 1: ENTRY AND KITCHEN PHASE 2: MASTER SUITE AND LIVING ROOM ADDITION HOBBY SPACE FAMILY COMPUTER & FLEX SPACE OFFICE NOOK OFFICE/HOBBY HOME OFFICE NURSERY HOBBY ROOM GUEST ROOM GUEST BEDROOM GUEST BEDROOM GUEST BEDROOM CARE-GIVER ROOM ENTERING THE WORKFORCE BUILDING A FAMILY EMPTY NEST AGING IN PLACE Ground floor sleeping and bathroom Space for caregivers and/or family

6 PLANNING STRATEGIES FOR NOOKS KITCHEN/OFFICE/CRAFTS STORAGE (with adjustable shelving) DESK NOOK/ CRAFT SPACE ADJUSTABLE SHELVING STROLLER/ WHEELCHAIR STORAGE TOE CLEARANCE UNDER BENCH AND DESK

7 PLANNING ELECTRICAL NEEDS SENSORS that monitor safety Some medical equipment may require increases in home ELECTRICAL SERVICE, backup battery, or a generator (ensure CARBON MONOXIDE sensors installed in home) Did you leave the cooktop on? Generator $700 - $7K (whole house)

8 WHOLE ENVIRONMENT DESIGN & MIND Views of nature, and in particular distant views, have a calming affect and help to lower blood pressure

9 WHOLE ENVIRONMENT DESIGN & MIND Natural day light has a calming affect and helps reduce eye strain Even light levels from room to room help eyes adjust and reduce falls

10 WHOLE ENVIRONMENT DESIGN & MIND SUMMER SUN Natural day light WINTER SUN SKYLIGHT with light diffusing shade by Velux SECTION THROUGH OPEN LIVING AREA

11 WHOLE ENVIRONMENT DESIGN & MIND Consider where the people are - your SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT - sensing the presence of people around you and allowing chance interactions helps reduce loneliness - Home accommodations for family and friends - Being able to see people in the next room - Porches and places for people watching along neighborhood sidewalks

12 REDUCING UTILITIES REDUCING UTILITY BILL STRATEGIES 1) Install LED light bulbs: LOWER KELVIN, 2700K, equals warmer color light like old incandescent; HIGHER LUMEN S equals brighter light (850LM = old 60Watts)

13 REDUCING UTILITIES REDUCING UTILITY BILL STRATEGIES 2) If you re on municipal water, consider installing LOW-FLOW aerators on faucets, new shower heads and consider DUAL-FLUSH toilets

14 REDUCING UTILITIES GREEN DESIGN PRINCIPLES REDUCE amount of fossil fuel energy and water used = low utility bills METHOD: build home like a cooler and understand local climate INTERIOR WALL FINISH STUD INSULATION PLYWOOD WEATHER RESISTANT BARRIER (HOUSE-WRAP) RIGID EXTERIOR INSULATION AIR SPACE EXTERIOR WALL FINISH

15 REDUCING UTILITIES REDUCING UTILITY BILL STRATEGIES 1) Increase INSULATION Attic Insulation of R-38 minimum code ($2-$4/square ft) Wall Insulation of R-15 minimum code

16 REDUCING UTILITIES REDUCING UTILITY BILL STRATEGIES 2) Efficient WINDOWS: double-pane w/argon gas in between, Low-E 270 coating (microscope layers of metal that reflect suns infrared wavelengths - radiant energy - but not visible light). A few hundred plus per window to replace. 3) SEAL around windows and doors: caulking, spray foam, weatherstripping

17 REDUCING UTILITIES REDUCING UTILITY BILL STRATEGIES 4) Use RAINWATER for hoses and toilet flushing (if new home) $2K-$5K

18 REDUCING UTILITIES REDUCING UTILITY BILL STRATEGIES 5) Install SOLAR panels for house (Southern Energy Management offers free evaluation and quote) - 30% of installation cost currently eligible for Federal tax credits - SOLARIZE ORANGE COUNTRY: - group discounts upfront costs as low as $3,500. with group financing

19 REDUCING UTILITIES REDUCING UTILITY BILL STRATEGIES 6) If in need of replacing HVAC unit, may consider a GEOTHERMAL system for heating and cooling, uses HALF the energy of a traditional air system. Eligible for 30% Federal tax credit.

20 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AARP 2017 design toolkit designchallengetoolkit/ Equipment: adaptmy.com, Aging friendly home design: Orange County Department on Aging Resources: Consider a home assessment by an Occupational Therapist for specific needs Vision issues, consult: html Accessible Renovation Contractors: blue-ribbon-construction.com/services/aging-in-place-renovations/, Designed items/devices that are non-clinical looking: openideo.com/challenge/fall-prevention/ideas/assignments/soften-stigma/ Welcome to Your World: How the built environment shapes our lives by Sarah Williams Goldhagen

21 THANK YOU!