Paying for Home Modifications: Typical Cost, Funding Options and More

Way Too Low! Why A Low Toilet Height Is Dangerous and How To Fix It

Welcome to another episode of the Home Mods Monday Podcast. In this episode, Rebeca Sternbach (OTR/L, ECHM, CAPS), discusses the dangers of low toilet seats, a common fall risk in the bathroom.   In this episode you'll learn: * Why low toilets can be difficult and dangerous for older adults * How to choose which toilet solution is best for one's specific needs  * Which solutions we like to recommend, including raised toilet seats * And much more  . . . Have a question or topic you'd like to submit? Click the link below. https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ [https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ] Top Products Mentioned:  * Bedside Commode [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/commode-1?_pos=2&_sid=ff9786a9b&_ss=r] * Premium Commode [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/commode?_pos=1&_sid=ff9786a9b&_ss=r] * Durable Commode Liners [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/commode-liners?_pos=3&_sid=ff9786a9b&_ss=r] * Raised Toilet Seat - Round [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/comfortable-raised-toilet-seat-with-arm-rests?_pos=3&_sid=7c1da9c2c&_ss=r] * Raised Toilet Seat - Elongated [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/comfortable-raised-toilet-seat-with-arm-rests-1?_pos=11&_sid=7c1da9c2c&_ss=r]

Stove Safety for Those With Memory Impairment

Welcome to another episode of the Home Mods Monday Podcast. In this episode, Alaina Dimitriou (MS, OTR/L, ECHM, CAPS), talks through a variety of ways to address safety and independence in the kitchen, starting with the stove.  In this episode you'll learn: * Why it's important to address stove safety for those with Alzheimers, Dementia or short term memory loss * The difference between an automatic stove shut off system and stove knob covers * And much more  . . . Have a question or topic you'd like to submit? Click the link below. https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ [https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ] Top Products Mentioned: * iGuard Stove System [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/smart-automatic-stove-shut-off-system-4-prong?_pos=3&_sid=daf72a3ed&_ss=r] * Stove Knob Covers [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/stove-knob-covers?_pos=2&_sid=daf72a3ed&_ss=r] * Stove Knob Locks [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/stove-knob-locks?_pos=1&_sid=daf72a3ed&_ss=r]

Paying for Home Modifications: Typical Cost, Funding Options and More

Welcome to the Home Mods Monday Podcast. In this episode, Daniel Elliot (OTR/L, Aging-in-Place Specialist, Home Modification Advocate), discusses one of the biggest questions around home modifications ... cost!  In this episode you'll learn: * The reasons why home modifications tend to vary in cost  * Current funding and health insurance options for modifying the home * Average cost range for typical products such as grab bars, lighting and door widening * And much more… Have a question or topic you'd like to submit? Click the link below. https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ [https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ]

Adequate Lighting: Top Products To Improve Visibility and Reduce Fall Risk

Welcome to another episode of the Home Mods Monday Podcast. In this episode, Alaina Dimitriou (MS, OTR/L, ECHM, CAPS), discusses the importance of adequate lighting to reduce fall risk as well as her top products for improving lighting in the bedroom and around the home.  In this episode you'll learn: * Why improving visibility is important to reduce fall risk  * Common fall risks/situations associated with poor lighting  * Affordable and effective lighting products clinicians should recommend * And much more  . . . Have a question or topic you'd like to submit? Click the link below. https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ [https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ] Top Products Mentioned: * Plug In Motion-Sensor Nightlights  [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/auvon-plug-in-led-motion-sensor-night-light?_pos=5&_sid=c00b394c0&_ss=r] * Stick On Motion-Sensor Nightlights [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/motion-sensor-stick-on-lights?_pos=9&_sid=c00b394c0&_ss=r] * Motion-Sensor Strip Lighting [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/motion-sensored-led-strip-light?_pos=20&_sid=c00b394c0&_ss=r] * Touch Bedside Lamps  [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/touch-control-lamp?_pos=3&_sid=21edd6344&_ss=r] * Smart Lighting Solutions [https://jukeboxhealth.com/products/smart-light-switch-dimming-kit?_pos=4&_psq=light+b&_ss=e&_v=1.0]

So Many Options! How Clinicians Can Stay Up-To Date on New Adaptive Equipment

Welcome to another episode of the Home Mods Monday Podcast. In this episode, Alaina Dimitriou (MS, OTR/L, ECHM, CAPS), shares a few tips and resources that can help clinicians stay up to date on home modifications for clients. In this episode you'll learn: * The top online resource hubs for new and updated home modification products * How to utilize Jukebox Health's product catalog to save time, money and energy * And much more  . . . Have a question or topic you'd like to submit? Click the link below. https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ [https://bit.ly/3xwH2aJ] Top Resources Mentioned: