Comfortable Homes

The Secret to Independence – and Getting a Glass of Water

Imagine this –you’re thirsty but can’t get a glass of water. The faucet works, the glasses are in the cabinet. It’s all within reach…yet you can’t help yourself to a glass of water. Chances are you’ve never experienced this. Getting…

By Jeanette Knudsen | June 23, 2015 | Comfortable Homes, Functional Homes, Safe Homes, Universal Design |

VISIT-ABILITY. Have you heard this term before? And what on earth does it stand for? The IDEA Center, located in Buffalo, NY, on the University at Buffalo South Campus in Hayes Hall defines it as: “Visitability is an affordable, sustainable…

By Jeanette Knudsen | May 26, 2010 | Comfortable Homes, Functional Homes, Safe Homes |