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How to Choose the Right Aging in Place Products for Your Home

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Aging in place is about more than staying in your home—it's about maintaining your independence, safety, and comfort for as long as possible. Selecting the right aging in place products can significantly enhance your quality of life, reduce the risk of falls, and ease the burden on caregivers.


Whether you’re making changes for yourself, a loved one, or a client, this guide breaks down the essential home safety equipment and adaptive tools you should consider, room by room. We'll also discuss how to determine which solutions are best for your unique needs.


Why the Right Products Matter

Choosing the right adaptive equipment isn’t just about comfort, it's about safety, mobility, and confidence. The right tools help reduce the risk of falls (a leading cause of injury for seniors) and allow individuals to remain independent and self-reliant.


Many Knoxville-area residents find themselves overwhelmed when looking at all the available products. That’s why a personalized home assessment is the best place to start. Learn more about our Home Assessment Service to get professional recommendations.



Must-Have Aging in Place Products by Room


Bathroom

Bathrooms are the most dangerous room in the house when it comes to fall risks. These products offer essential support:

  • Grab Bars: Secure, ADA-compliant bars placed in showers, beside toilets, and near tubs. We use Ponte Giulio antimicrobial grab bars that are soft to the touch, easy to grip, and rust-resistant. Learn more about Grab Bar Placement.

  • Walk-In Showers or Barrier-Free Showers: Safer than traditional tubs. Learn more about Walk-In Tubs vs Barrier-Free Showers.

  • Handheld Showerheads: Adjustable heads for seated use.

  • Non-Slip Flooring: To prevent slips in wet conditions.

  • Shower Chairs & Transfer Benches: For ease of use while bathing.


Bedroom

Restful sleep starts with a safe, accessible bedroom:

  • Adjustable Beds: Allow easier transitions in and out of bed.

  • Over-Bed Tables: Functional for meals, reading, or medication.

  • Support Poles & Trapeze Bars: Help with repositioning or sitting up.

  • Ceiling Lifts or Portable Lifts: For caregivers assisting mobility-impaired individuals.



Kitchen

Cooking and meal prep can become difficult without the right setup:

  • Touch or Lever Faucets: Easier to use than knobs.

  • Pull-Out Shelves & Lazy Susans: Reduce the need for bending.

  • Accessible Cabinetry & Counters: Lowered or varied-height workspaces.

  • Anti-Fatigue Mats: To reduce strain while standing.



Living Spaces

Mobility throughout the home is crucial:

  • Lift Chairs: Assist with sitting and standing.

  • Remote-Controlled Lighting & Smart Devices: Reduce the need to walk across the room.

  • Furniture Risers: Increase chair height for easier access.

  • Reachers & Grabbers: Extend reach to high or low places.


More tools are listed on our Living Space Solutions Page.


Entry & Exit

Safe transitions in and out of the home are vital:

  • Modular or Threshold Ramps: Available for rental or purchase. Learn more about our Ramp Rental Program.

  • Vertical Platform Lifts: Ideal when space is tight or stairs are steep.

  • Widened Doorways: Accommodate mobility devices.

  • Automatic Door Openers & Lever Handles: Easy-open features.


Need help deciding? Learn more about our Entry & Exit solutions. Schedule a Ramp Rental Assessment.


Whole-Home Accessibility

Some upgrades apply throughout your entire home:


Temporary vs. Permanent Products

Not sure if you need a permanent installation? You may benefit from short-term solutions like ramp rentals, grab bar suction units, or portable lifts.


Temporary equipment is ideal for:

  • Post-surgical recovery

  • Visiting family members with disabilities

  • Short-term mobility challenges


Permanent installations are better for:

  • Long-term aging in place

  • Progressive conditions or chronic illness


Learn more about the differences in Ramp Rental vs. Purchase: What’s Best for You?


Let’s Find the Right Aging in Place Products for You

Choosing aging in place products doesn't have to be overwhelming. At Knoxville Aging in Place, we help you identify what’s most important based on your goals, health, home layout, and budget.



Ready to dive deeper? Book a Home Assessment to get expert recommendations tailored to your living space.


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