Room of the Month Spotlight – Exterior Home Access
November 26, 2025
The entrance to a home sets the tone for safety, dignity, and independence.
As mobility changes, steps and narrow entryways become major barriers — but with the right home modifications, safe entry can be restored without relocation.
🔷 Exterior Access Solutions
- Ramps & step reduction
- Vertical platform lifts
- Stair lifts on sloped entries
- Widened entry doors
- Non-slip walkways with handrails
🔷 Ideal for:
- Seniors aging in place
- Wheelchair & walker users
- Balance or mobility issues
- Stroke & injury recovery
- Caregivers who assist with daily access
At Accessible Living Atlanta, we create safe homes for seniors and individuals with physical challenges — starting right at the doorstep.
When a fire or emergency strikes, seconds matter. For someone who is wheelchair-bound, uses a walker, or struggles with mobility , getting out of the home can become nearly impossible without proper planning and modification. In Georgia, building codes require at least one operable emergency exit , and most homes include two egress points so one can serve as a backup if the other is blocked. But here’s the challenge: If both exits have steps… If doorways are too narrow… If there’s no clear, safe path outside… If the threshold is too high for a wheelchair… Those exits aren’t truly accessible. ✔ Common Barriers We See: High thresholds Narrow doors Multiple steps at all exits No ramp access Obstacles in the egress path Heavy exterior doors difficult to operate ✔ Home Modifications That Change Outcomes: Zero-threshold exterior doors Ramps or modular ramp systems Widened doorways Smooth, slip-resistant paths to safe areas Vertical platform lifts (when terrain prevents ramp installation) Reinforced grab bars at exit points An emergency is not the time to discover a home’s limitations. Planning ahead means safety, dignity, and peace of mind for families and caregivers. 📞 770-301-8165 | 🌐 www.alatlanta.com
This client in Woodstock, GA became wheelchair bound and could no longer access her traditional garden tub . Bathing safely was impossible — until we stepped in to redesign the space for safety, mobility, dignity, and future care planning . 🔑 Key Project Modifications: ✔ Removed the full garden tub ✔ Installed a zero-threshold / barrier-free shower ✔ Created additional open floor space for wheelchair maneuverability ✔ Added built-in shower seat & handheld shower attachment ✔ Installed multiple grab bars , including front-wall placement ✔ Used non-slip flooring throughout ✔ Modified the cabinet & sink for roll-under wheelchair access ✔ Widened the powder room door to allow easy entry ✔ Expanded the overall bathroom layout for future caregiver assistance 🌟 Outcome: The client can now bathe independently, safely, and without assistance. The bathroom is also now designed to accommodate a caregiver in the future , ensuring long-term accessibility and dignity. “I never thought I’d be able to bathe on my own again — this changed my life.” 📞 770-301-8165 | 🌐 www.alatlanta.com
Even a single modification — a grab bar, roll-under sink, or zero-threshold shower — can dramatically impact someone’s ability to live safely and remain independent. The people who benefit most are: 🔹 Seniors choosing to age in place 🔹 Individuals using mobility devices 🔹 Adults recovering from stroke, injury, or surgery 🔹 People with arthritis, neuropathy, Parkinson’s, or balance issues 🔹 Caregivers who need safer environments to provide support Thoughtful home modifications promote confidence, dignity, safety, and long-term independence. At Accessible Living Atlanta, our mission is simple: Make homes safer so people can live better.