At Lifestage, we recognise the importance of maintaining independence and safety in your home through bespoke modifications. Our approach combines expert assessment and client-focused consultation to ensure each modification reflects your unique needs and goals.

Home Assessment for Modifications
Our process begins with a detailed home assessment by a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT), who is adept at identifying the challenges faced in daily living environments. This assessment meticulously evaluates your daily activities and the specific difficulties you encounter. Based on these insights, we recommend modifications that are precisely tailored to boost your independence and simplify your day-to-day activities.

Types of Home Modifications
We offer a range of home modifications to suit varying needs:

• Simple Modifications: Such as installing levered door handles, easy-access taps, and bath rails. These minor adjustments can significantly improve your daily life.
• Comprehensive Modifications: This includes more extensive alterations like installing shower hoses, ramps, and modifying kitchen and bathroom setups by lowering countertops, changing faucet handles, and adding supportive rails. These modifications are designed to support age-related functional decline and are strictly non-cosmetic to avoid adding value to the property unnecessarily.

Decision and Implementation
Choosing the right modifications is a collaborative effort. We guide you through the decision-making process, considering your personal experiences and the specific challenges you face in your home, to determine which modifications will be most beneficial.

Garden Modifications
Safety and accessibility extend to outdoor areas as well. We can enhance your garden's safety and navigability by:

• Installing safety sensor lights for improved visibility.
• Adding ramps and rails for better mobility.
• Creating accessible paths to frequently used areas such as the clothesline.
• Altering gate handles for easier operation.

Eligibility and Funding for Modifications
For clients using Home Care Packages, eligibility for modifications depends on their alignment with the goals in your personalised care plan. All modifications must be recommended by an OT or similar allied health professional to ensure they effectively address your specific needs and comply with your care plan objectives.

For our private clients, there are no eligibility constraints linked to a care plan. You have the freedom to select any modifications you consider necessary for enhancing safety, accessibility, or comfort. Private funding offers total customisation and flexibility, allowing you to adapt your living environment to your desires and requirements.

At Lifestage, our ultimate goal is to enhance your living space to support your independence and quality of life through thoughtful and personalised home modifications.

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