Suburban Maryland Fall Home Show a Success!

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Homeowners in all stages of remodeling, landscaping and decorating came to the Suburban Maryland Fall Home Show and received expert advice from the Glickman Design Build team staffing the exhibit booth. Our goal was to educate consumers on the importance of Universal Design, finding the right resources, and designing a master plan before undertaking any remodeling project.

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Scientists Weigh in on Fall Prevention

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Vertical Lifts are great because they require minimal effort on the part of the wheelchair user or caregiver. Simply open the gate at the bottom, roll in, close the gate behind you and push the button. The lift rises up to the next level and out you go at the top. They also promote independent living because there is no need for a caregiver to help push up a ramp. The user can do everything at the touch of a button located on the control panel.

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Go Vertical with a Porch Lift or Platform Lift to Get a Wheelchair Up Stairs in Tight Spaces

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Vertical Lifts are great because they require minimal effort on the part of the wheelchair user or caregiver. Simply open the gate at the bottom, roll in, close the gate behind you and push the button. The lift rises up to the next level and out you go at the top. They also promote independent living because there is no need for a caregiver to help push up a ramp. The user can do everything at the touch of a button located on the control panel.

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‘Village’ groups, home alterations help more elderly people keep the homes they love

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In the Washington region, the population of people 65 and older rose 29 percent from 2000 to 2010, according to the Brookings Institution. That has spurred a number of new programs in the “aging in place” movement, which aims to help elderly people such as Cousins remain in their homes rather than relocate to assisted-living facilities.

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