Mr. Handyman makes transforming a home easy thanks to our Age Safe® certification. Our team has pursued additional education to learn how to keep our customers secure. Whether that’s through home modifications like shower safety bar installation (in Mooresville and beyond, of course!), wheelchair ramps, or even security considerations, we’re on the job. We also serve Statesville, Cornelius, Huntersville, and the whole Lake Norman, so we’re always near you.
If you’re worried your aging family member might not be safe at home or might struggle to get around, Mr. Handyman can make things a lot easier. We’re bonded and insured so that you can feel confident we’ll provide nothing but the very best in quality, and we’ll be in and out quickly so your older family members aren’t displaced from the comforts of home.
Our Safety and Mobility Services
Mr. Handyman’s team fully utilizes everything we’ve learned from our Age Safe® certification. That means we can maintain, repair, or install a wide variety of safety and mobility devices. For instance, wheelchair ramps for homes in Mooresville need to be maintained, often every year, to make sure they’re standing up to the local weather. Some of the other things Mr. Handyman can help with include:
- Entrances and exits – Are they slip-resistant? Do they need handrails?
- Stairs and floors – Are the floors level? Is there enough space for a mobility aid like a walker?
- Kitchens – Are cooking implements and food accessible? Is there a smoke alarm?
- Bathrooms – Does the shower or toilet have a grab bar? Is access to the shower or tub at the appropriate height to safely step in and out?
- Electrical – Are outlets grounded? Do outlets support the electrical demands of any medical equipment?
- HVAC – Are thermostat controls easily accessible? Is hot water consistent?
These are just a few of the significant list of tasks we can handle for your loved one. For even more details, review our service checklist! We can add grab bars, wider doors, and much more.
The Power of In-Home Service
It’s common for families to wonder whether they should invest in changes to the home or simply transition their loved one into an assisted living community. While there are certainly advantages to around-the-clock care in assisted living, it’s important to understand the positive impact that aging in place can have, too.
Quality of Life
If you had the choice between staying at home in the environment you’ve created for yourself or living in a hotel forever, which would you choose? For most people, the answer is home. Aging in place is associated with a higher quality of life because older adults can enjoy the comforts of a familiar home that is full of things they love. This improves mental health and provides hope and joy.
Independence
Asking your mom or dad to give up their car keys or allow someone else to cook for them can always be a challenging situation. Most adults prefer to age in place because it allows them to retain their independence. They are not confined to the schedules of an assisted living facility, such as being fed when they’re not hungry or going to sleep at a certain time.
Community and Socialization
Moving to an assisted living community often means leaving behind friends, family, and community connections. While some new ones can be established in the new, joint residence, it’s hard for older adults to cut ties with people they may have known for decades.
Budgeting
It’s no secret that moving to an assisted living facility or nursing home can be expensive. Depending on the duration of the stay and whether Medicaid and Medicare contribute, this type of care can amount to the single greatest expense in a person’s entire life. How much better to spend a little on handyman services to make your family member’s home suitable for them instead?
If you’re considering how to make your aging loved one’s home safer and more conducive to the mobility needs that come with getting older, be sure to trust the pros. Mr. Handyman is proud to support our community in helping adults age in place safely and confidently. Whether you’re looking for specific repairs or aren’t sure what fixes you need, we make things easy.
