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Rural Home Modification: Overview and Policy Issues in Rural and Regional Australia

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Publication Date: 
15 November 2009
Abstract: 

This study is exploratory by nature, and aims to present comprehensive features of rural home modification in Australia.

Based on the findings, this report hopes to

• contribute to the identification of policy issues in home modification in rural areas,

• extract the policy implications for a wider application of home modification and

• recommend policy initiatives that promote age-friendly housing environments in rural areas through home modification.

 

Feedback and case examples on the issues are welcomed.

Authored: 
Jung, Y. M. & Millikan, L.

Colour - Industry Checklist Issue 2, 2009

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Publication Date: 
15 Oct 2009
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Changes in vision and colour perception usually start in the 20s and get worse with ageing. Most people over the age of 65 have age-related problems with vision and mobility which may affect their independence. Ageing eyes are slower to adapt to changes in light and often more light is required to identify objects. People with Alzheimer’s disease often have added difficulties. Research suggests that the effective use of colour is one strategy that can be used to assist the visually-impaired person to be independent.

This checklist should be read in conjunction with the HMinfo Clearinghouse document “Industry Factsheet: Using colour and colour contrasts to improve accessibility and safety in the homes of elderly and visually impaired people”

Authored: 
Martin, G & Millikan, L.

Ceiling Hoists - Industry Checklist. Issue 1, 2009

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Publication Date: 
30 Jun 2009
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The purpose of this checklist is to support service providers and tradespeople with regard to the installation of ceiling hoists in the homes of older adults and people with mobility impairment.

It provides a checklist about personal and environmental characteristics to be considered to maximise the usability of ceiling hoists.

Authored: 
Jung, Y. M. & Bridge, C.

The application of colour and colour contrast in the home environment of the elderly and visually impaired individuals.

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Publication Date: 
30 Jul 2009
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Objectives: To identify and review the effectiveness of the use of colour, and colour contrasts in the home to enable the elderly and individuals with vision impairment to move safely and independently in their environment.

Authored: 
N.Gohar

Home Water Management: Summary Bulletin

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Publication Date: 
8 April 2008
Abstract: 

The information presented in this bulletin summarises safety and water saving topics that are relevant to, and useful for, improving the sustainability and management of water in the home environments of older and disabled people and their carers.

Authored: 
Navit Gohar, Lara Oram & Lyndal Millikan

Industry Checklist:Designing home environments for people with problems with cognition who display aggressive or self-injurious

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Publication Date: 
22 Jan 2008
Authored: 
L.Hodges & C. Bridge

Industry Factsheet:Designing home environments for people with problems with cognition who display aggressive or self-injurious

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Publication Date: 
21 January 2008
Abstract: 

The purpose of this factsheet is to assist service providers, architects and tradespeople in the design of optimum home environments for people with cognitive impairments who display aggressive or self-injurious behaviour. The information sheet provides criteria that should be considered in designing both private and group homes for people with cognitive impairments who display aggressive or self-injurious behaviour.

Authored: 
L.Hodges & C. Bridge

California Department of Aging

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The Department of Aging California provides information on finding affordable housing, the importance of home modification and maintenance, financial options for home modifications and other frequently asked questions.

Access VA

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Abstract: 

Housing for the 21st century is changing. More than ever, it is necessary to design living space that meets the needs of all people, young, old, short, tall, disabled and able-bodied. There's an exciting design principle called Universal Design that helps achieve this objective. Using Universal Design and applying principles for affordable building techniques results in a product that serves a broad range of people.

This site also provides access to a multimedia CD that demonstrates the principles of universal design, as well as a video presentation and interactive flash program that allows users to navigate through the floor plans of a universally designed home and listen to a video explaining each aspect (this feature may take a while to load).

Designing home environments for people who experience problems with cognition and who display aggressive or self-injurious behav

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Publication Date: 
16 Jan 2008
Abstract: 

There is little specific information pertaining to the design requirements of the physical home environment for people who experience problems with cognition who display aggressive or self-injurious behaviour. A systematic review, guided by the Protocol guidelines for systematic reviews of home modification information to inform best practice (Bridge & Phibbs, 2003) was implemented in this study. An initial literature review was conducted pertaining to the needs of and current design of homes of people who experience problems with cognition who display aggressive or self-injurious behaviour. Nine guidelines have been highlighted to assist in the design of optimum home environments for this population.

Authored: 
L. Hodges, C. Bridge, M. Donelly & K. Chaudhary.
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