Career Field Overview
Housing and home modifications can help people of all ages and abilities navigate home environments safely and comfortably. When physical needs change, modifications such as improved lighting, ramps, grab bars, and walk-in showers facilitate living and aging in place. Modifications are typically more affordable than relocating to a new home or long-term care community. A person in this career field with a gerontology background understands home modifications and housing environments that allow all of us to live longer in the place of our choosing.