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Free 5-minute walkthrough

Your Home Accessibility Checklist

Take five minutes and walk through your home. You don’t have to fix everything today. Start by noticing what could be safer, easier or more comfortable.

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Your walkthrough0 of 7 areas reviewed

Walk through the home as you answer

Notice how the home feels in real life.

There are no “right” answers here. This is a planning tool, not a clinical assessment or inspection. If something feels difficult, tiring, awkward or less steady than it used to, that is useful information.

1Outside & coming homeSteps & Entrances
  • Can you get in and out comfortably while carrying something?
  • Are steps even, visible and comfortable to use?
  • Is there a sturdy handhold where you naturally reach for one?
  • Is there somewhere to put down bags while unlocking the door?
  • Would the entrance still feel manageable if your balance or mobility changed?
2Support where you need itRailings & Handholds
  • Are stair railings sturdy and comfortable to grip?
  • Do railings continue for the full set of stairs?
  • Are you ever using a wall, towel bar, counter or furniture for balance?
  • Would an extra handhold make a common route feel easier?
3Moving from one surface to anotherThresholds & Transitions
  • Are there raised thresholds you have to consciously step over?
  • Do rugs, mats, cords or flooring changes catch your feet or mobility aid?
  • Are patio or balcony door tracks awkward to cross?
  • Do any transitions become slippery when wet?
4Seeing clearly, day and nightLighting
  • Are stairs and entrances bright enough to see edges clearly?
  • Can you reach switches before entering a dark room?
  • Is the route to the bathroom easy to see at night?
  • Are there shadows or glare in places where you change direction or level?
5One of the hardest-working roomsBathroom Access
  • Is getting into and out of the shower or tub comfortable?
  • Do you ever steady yourself on a towel bar, vanity or shower door?
  • Is getting up from the toilet easy?
  • Are frequently used items within comfortable reach?
6Room to move comfortablyDoorways & Pathways
  • Are commonly used routes clear of tight turns or obstacles?
  • Can doors be opened easily while carrying something?
  • Is there enough room to move comfortably through important spaces?
  • Would a walker or other mobility aid fit if it were needed later?
7The clues hiding in ordinary daysEveryday Routines
  • Is there anything you avoid because it has become awkward or tiring?
  • Do you brace yourself, reach awkwardly or ask for help with a regular task?
  • Are frequently used items stored where they are easy to reach?
  • Is there a part of the home you use less because getting there is inconvenient?

What did you notice?

You can stop here, or keep your notes for later.

Complete any of the seven areas above and your summary will appear here. There is no score and no pass or fail.

0Works well
0Could be easier
0I want to look at this
Start with the places that affect everyday routines most. You do not need a whole-home renovation plan.

Skilled expertise. Real understanding.

Not sure what actually needs changing?

That’s where we can help. Adapt & Thrive helps Greater Victoria homeowners make their homes safer, more accessible and easier to live in, from one thoughtfully placed handrail to larger accessibility renovations.

Red Seal Carpenter

Led by Andrew Faunt, Red Seal carpenter with residential construction experience.

Senior Home Safety Specialist™

Our team is certified through Age Safe® Canada with specialised training in home safety and ageing in place.

Locally owned

Locally owned and operated in Greater Victoria.

What we can help with

Sometimes a small change makes the biggest difference.

The right solution depends on the person, the home and what is getting in the way. We start with the problem, not a catalogue of products.

01

Grab bars & handrails

Support where you actually need it.

02

Safer entrances

Steps, railings, thresholds and ramps.

03

Bathroom accessibility

From simple modifications to barrier-free showers.

04

Doorways & pathways

Creating more comfortable room to move.

05

Lighting & visibility

Making stairs, entrances and transitions easier to see.

06

Larger home adaptations

Thoughtful renovations designed around how you actually live.

For family members, too

Looking at the home for someone you love?

Sometimes you notice things before they do: a difficult front step, a bathroom that is getting harder to navigate, a hand reaching for the wall on the stairs.

You don’t need to arrive with a renovation plan. Start with a conversation.

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Want to talk about your home?

Let’s have a no-pressure conversation.

Tell us what’s becoming difficult, annoying or uncomfortable. We’ll help you understand what might be worth looking at.

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No-pressure conversation. You don’t need to know what you need yet.

A note about this checklist: This resource is educational and is not a clinical home-safety assessment, medical advice, or a construction recommendation. Where functional assessment is needed, involve an occupational therapist or other qualified professional.