- Can the oven and refrigerator be opened easily?
- Are stove controls easy to use and clearly marked?
- Would someone benefit from having convenience items, for instance, a handheld showerhead, garbage disposal, or trash compactor?
Simple Home Modifications Can Ensure Independent Living
By Sharon O'Brien, About.com
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- Interested in independent living? This checklist will get you started
- Independent Living Checklist: Kitchens and Bathrooms
- Independent Living Checklist: Home Appliances
- Independent Living Checklist: Closets and Storage
- Independent Living Checklist: Doors and Windows
- Independent Living Checklist: Driveway and Garage
- Independent Living Checklist: Electrical Outlets, Switches and Safety Devices
- Independent Living Checklist: Floors
- Independent Living Checklist: Hallways, Steps and Stairways
- Independent Living Checklist: Home Lighting and Ventilation
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