Improving Your Balance to Avoid Falls
One of our passions here at Oakley Home Access includes educating the community about how home safety begins with proper planning and the right tools. We are often asked about improving balance and other ways to help prevent falls. Exercise and Health Tips To Improve Balance Improving balance is an important aspect of maintaining physical…
A Closer Look at Tub Cuts and Roll In Showers
Since the introduction of Bestbath Barrier Free Showers to our product and service catalog, we have had the opportunity to compare and contrast these two popular options for bathroom modifications with our clients. It is always our goal to provide complete information so that the best decision can be made based on budgetary needs, accessibility…
Introducing Barrier Free Showers
We recently announced that we now install Barrier Free Showers from Bestbath. Bestbath helps people live without barriers by offering easy access showers that are sleek, modern, and durable. Their barrier free showers are ADA, ANSI A, ANSI B, and California Title 24 compliant. With their 30-year warranty, homeowners will have peace of mind knowing…
Educational In-Service Opportunities from Oakley Home Access
As part of our mission to be a trusted and valuable resource in our community, we offer Educational In-service opportunities for those working in all healthcare & human services settings, including but not limited to skilled nursing facilities, home health companies, hospitals, senior centers, & a wide variety of disability organizations. If your organization is…
Summer Safety & Accessibility
Summer is one of the most exciting times of the year here in New England. After a long winter, many of us are desperate to get outside and begin to enjoy the short summer season. Additionally, we see a tremendous influx of seniors returning to our community after spending the winter months in warmer areas.…
Spring Has Sprung: How to Get Outside and Enjoy the Warmer Weather…Safely!
After a long winter, we understand the desire to get outside and enjoy some warmer weather. Many of our snow-birds who travel south for the winter will return home soon, and outdoor enthusiasts are eager to get outside and be active. Egress from the home is easily one of the largest areas of focus…
Bathroom Safety Updates from Oakley Home Access
One of the most dangerous areas of the home for older adults is in the bathroom. Many factors lead into this data, but research shows that making modifications to your bathroom can greatly reduce the risk of falls. Oakley Home Access specializes in conservative, affordable, and efficient bathroom modifications, and in this month’s blog we…
Our Year at Oakley Home Access
It is hard to believe that another year is coming to a close. This year was an exciting return to a sense of normalcy for us here at Oakley Home Access. After several years of being apart, we got to meet in person with our community partners, see our clients’ faces without a mask, and…
Holiday Safety Tips For The Older Traveler and Their Hosts
After several years of caution, many families are beginning to travel to celebrate the holiday season together in-person. The holiday season also brings some unique challenges for older adults and those with mobility difficulties. In today’s blog we share some tips that can assist with accessing your loved ones homes. Often, having a plan is…
Prepare Now For Winter
One of the largest benefits to our aluminum modular ramp systems is the minimal maintenance required. With that in mind, there are certain preparations you can make to ensure optimal performance of your ramp during the winter months. All of our installations come with written and clear instructions for caring for your ramp! In todays…