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Age in Place in Age in Place in StyleStyle
Keiro Women’s Wellness Keiro Women’s Wellness ConferenceConference
October 9, 2010October 9, 2010
Ann Motokane – Emiko DesignAnn Motokane – Emiko DesignEmily Nabors – Fall Prevention Center of Emily Nabors – Fall Prevention Center of
ExcellenceExcellence
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OVERVIEW
• Fall Prevention
• Universal Design
• Interior Design 101
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REDUCING FALLS
• In the United States, 1 of every 3 persons age 65 and older falls each year = over 500,000 in LA County
– In 2008, 20,755 hospitalizations averaging $54,500 per admittance
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How to Eliminate Falls in Your HomeREDUCE CLUTTER
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How to Eliminate Falls in Your HomeKEEP CORDS SECURE
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How to Eliminate Falls in Your Home NON SLIP FLOORING
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How to Eliminate Falls in Your HomeREDUCE CLUTTER
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How to Eliminate Falls in Your HomeIMPROVE LIGHTING
Replace inefficient incandescent lamps with compact fluorescent lamps
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How to Eliminate Falls in Your HomeGRAB BARS
SECURELY install grab bars in bathrooms and handrails on both sides of stairs
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Instead of using an area rug you can change the flooring material to create the illusion of an area rug.
How to Eliminate Falls in Your HomeREMOVE THROW RUGS
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How to Eliminate Falls in Your HomeOR SECURE THEM IN PLACE
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How to Eliminate Falls in Your HomeEASY TO REACH STORAGE
Keep frequently used items at easy to reach levels
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Pets and Falls• ~86,000 falls associated
with cats and dogs– 88% associated with dogs– Females 2x more injury– Highest fracture rates = 75+– In or near the home
• Falling/tripping• Walking• Pushed/pulled
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Nonfatal Fall-Related Injuries Associated with Dogs and Cats - United States, 2001-2006. MMWR 2009;58(11); 277-281
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UNIVERSAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES
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THE ACCESSIBLE HOME• Single story
• Slab on grade
(no step entrance)
• Room in attached garage
for a lift
• Turning radius in major areas
• Guest room for care giver or
visiting family members
•Large open spaces
•Energy efficient
•Low maintenance
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The Ideal Entrance
• No steps (slab on grade construction)
• Large and roomy
• Double doors allow for easier access
• Covered
• Surface to place packages on when opening door
The Accessible HomeELEVATION TRANSITIONS
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The Accessible HomeELEVATION TRANSITIONS
ADA compliant ramp Stair lifts
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The Accessible HomeELEVATION TRANSITIONS
Residential elevator
Stair lifts
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• All doors should be 32” clear (requires a 34” door)
•Use levered hardware instead of door knobs
The Accessible HomeWIDEN DOOR WIDTHS
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The Accessible HomeBATHROOMS
•Clear floor space under sink
•Grab bars in shower and at toilet
•No curb at entrance to shower
•Hand-held, adjustable height shower head
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The Accessible HomeBATHROOMS
Great Grabz decorative ADA grab bars
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The Accessible HomeBATHROOMS
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The Accessible HomeBATHROOMS
Comfort height toilet
Contrasting seat color
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The Accessible HomeBATHROOMS
Open area under sink Open storage
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The Accessible HomePRACTICAL INTERIOR DESIGN FOR
BATHROOMS
•Use neutral tiles
•Add color in wall covering and paint
•Use fun and bright accessories and linens
•Sinks can be a design statement
•Use wall sconces at face level
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The Accessible HomeKITCHENS
Completely over hauling your kitchen to be ADA accessible is not really practical.
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The Accessible HomeKITCHENS
•Utilize pantry type storage and pullouts
•Utilize appliances with controls on the front surface
•Provide open space under a portion of the counter
•Contrasting edge on counter top
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INTERIOR DESIGN 101DESIGNING FOR AGING ADULTS
STEP 1: REALIZE THAT YOUR HOME IS AN EXPRESSION OF WHO YOU ARE
This may require a change in attitude.
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Interior Design 101Step 2: Determine your Style
TRADITIONAL?
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Interior Design 101Step 2: Determine your Style
CONTEMPORY?
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Interior Design 101Step 2: Determine your Style
COTTAGE?
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Interior Design 101Step 2: Determine your Style
TRANSITIONAL?
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Interior Design 101Step 2: Determine your Style
ECLECTIC?
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Interior Design 101Step 2: Determine your Style
ETHNIC?
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STEP 3: CHOOSE YOUR COLORDesign to create cheerful and uplifting spaces
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Blue It invokes rest and can cause the body to produce chemicals that are calming. Electric or brilliant blues become dynamic and dramatic, engaging colors that express exhilaration.
For Seniors, blue is the first color that we lose perception of. That doesn’t mean not to use blue, but maybe use a stronger color of blue and not in the gray tones.
How the color blue affects us physically and mentally* Calming and sedate* Cooling
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Green Green is an ideal backdrop in interior design because we are so used to seeing it everywhere. The natural greens are seen as tranquil and refreshing. Green is considered the color of peace and ecology.
How the color green affects us physically and mentally* Soothing* Relaxing mentally and physically* Helps alleviate depression, nervousness and anxiety* Offers a sense of renewal, self-control and harmony
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Yellow Yellow shines with optimism, enlightenment, and happiness. Shades of golden yellow carry the promise of a positive future. Yellow will instill optimism and energy, as well as spark creative thoughts.
As Seniors, the thickening of our eye lens yellows our perception of color. Use softer tones of yellow.
How the color yellow affects us mentally and physically* Mentally stimulating* Stimulates the nervous system * Activates memory* Encourages communication
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Orange
Fun and flamboyant orange radiates warmth and energy. Orange, a close relative of red, sparks more controversy than any other hue. There is usually strong positive or negative association to orange.
How the color orange affects us mentally and physically* Stimulates activity* Stimulates appetite* Encourages socialization
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Red
Recognized as a stimulant red is inherently exciting and the amount of red is directly related to the level of energy perceived. Red draws attention and a keen use of red as an accent can immediately focus attention on a particular element.
How the color red affects us mentally and physically* Increases enthusiasm* Stimulates energy* Encourages action and confidence
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Purple
Purple embodies the balance of red simulation and blue calm. A sense of mystic and royal qualities, purple is a color often well liked by very creative or eccentric types.
How the color purple affects us mentally and physically* Uplifting* Calming to mind and nerves* Offers a sense of spirituality* Encourages creativity
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Brown
Brown says stability, reliability, and approachability. It is the color of our earth and is associated with all things natural or organic.
How the color brown affects us physically and mentally* Feeling of wholesomeness* Stability* Connection with the earth* Offers a sense orderliness
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Neutral Neutral color schemes blend the color psychology of brown with the cleanliness of white.
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Pastels Pastels of any color are very difficult to see as our eyes age.
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White White projects purity, cleanliness, and neutrality.
White on white design does not suit the diminishing sight of older adults. Too much glare becomes very uncomfortable.
How the color white affects us mentally and physically* aids mental clarity* encourages us to clear clutter or obstacles* evokes purification of thoughts or actions* enables fresh beginnings
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Gray
Gray is timeless, practical, and solid. A longstanding favorite suit color, gray can mix well with any color. Gray is associated with loss or depression which makes it not a great color when designing for the elderly.
How the color gray affects us physically and mentally* unsettling* expectant
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Black Black is authoritative and powerful; because black can evoke strong emotions too much can be overwhelming. Black is not a great color for designing for seniors. Depth perception is a problem with this color.
How the color black affects us physically and mentally* feeling inconspicuous* a restful emptiness* mysterious evoking a sense of potential and possibility
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Interior Design 101Step 4: Surround Yourself with Happy
Memories
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Indoor gardens create the sensation of being outside
Interior Design 101Step 5: Bring the Outside In
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Interior Design 101Step 6: Select Appropriate Furniture
Dining Chair with Arms
Over stuffed chairs are difficult to
get out of
Smaller scaled and very supportive arm
chairs are ideal
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Muted
High Contrast
Interior Design 101Step 7: Select High Contrast Fabrics
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Aging in Place in Style
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