FOSTER CITY, Calif.,
March 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --
Modernize.com, a leader in the home improvement and home services
industry, published a new report and infographic informing seniors
and their families about important home renovations that can enable
people to live safely in their existing homes for as long as
possible.
The report and infographic are available here: Making your home
more accessible: A checklist
Given that 10,000 people turn 65 years old daily and that 13% of
Americans are over age 65 now, aging in place is an important topic
for a large segment of the population. By 2030, 18% of U.S.
residents are expected to be 65 years old or more. Modernize helps
more than 300,000 homeowners annually connect with contractors who
can offer home accessibility enhancements.
In a January 2021 survey of more
than 3,200 homeowners, 57% of Modernize homeowners said COVID-19
has impacted their timeline for aging in place home improvements.
In the next 12 months, 63% of homeowners said they will explore
accessibility projects for their home.
"Small improvements can make a big difference when it comes to
improving safety and accessibility," notes Gregg Hicks, vice president for Modernize.com.
"It's possible to implement changes over time, and it is a good
idea to get ahead of modifications so that they are made before
they are absolutely essential."
Inexpensive and simple aging in place adjustments include:
- Adding grab bars in bathroom
- Improving lighting in hallways, bathrooms and bedrooms
- Replacing faucets with levered or motion-sensing models
- Installing a shower seat
- Adding detachable and adjustable showerheads (with at least a
six-foot reach)
Other improvements can be best accomplished with the help of a
skilled contractor including:
Modernize's new infographic outlines a comprehensive set of
improvements to support aging in place, from basic do-it-yourself
fixes, through minor and major construction projects. It also
highlights important services such as home security systems and
medical alerts.
"Due to COVID-19, occupancy in assisted-living and long-term
care facilities is currently at a 15-year low," observes Hicks.
"Making a range of improvements to existing homes can help
homeowners continue to live safely and independently for a longer
period of time."
Hicks is passionate about aging in place and can advise seniors
and their families on practical solutions to make that possible.
About Modernize.com
For more than 15 years, Modernize has been a leader in the home
improvement and services industry, connecting homeowners with
contractors and other home services professionals. Modernize
operates in more than 15 high-value, high-consideration home
segments, including new and replacement windows, solar
installation, roofing, heating and air conditioning, siding,
bathrooms and kitchens, new and replacement gutters, home security,
and others. The business brings a network of more than 1,000
contractors and professionals across all segments, offering broad
geographical coverage and choice for homeowners.
Modernize is owned and operated by QuinStreet, Inc. (Nasdaq:
QNST), a leader in providing performance marketplace technologies
and services to the financial services and home services
industries. QuinStreet is a pioneer in delivering online
marketplace solutions to match searchers with brands in digital
media. The company is committed to providing consumers with the
information and tools they need to research, find and select the
products and brands that meet their needs. Modernize is a member of
QuinStreet's expert research and publishing division.
Media Contact:
Jacqueline Leppla
Senior Director of Public Relations
QuinStreet, Inc.
Direct +1 775 321 3608
Email jleppla@quinstreet.com
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