Alfred Rochon: Creating Safe Homes for Seniors and People with Disabilities | On the House #37

Welcome to a new episode of On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast. In this episode, host Gabriella Joustra sits down with Alfred Rochon, the CEO of Accessible Places, to explore the vital topic of home safety for seniors and people with disabilities.

Alfred's expertise, stemming from his background in interior design and personal experience with stroke recovery, fuels his mission to create inclusive living spaces. Together, they discuss the significance of home modifications, both big and small, in enhancing the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities. These modifications, they explain, play a pivotal role in improving comfort and safety at home.

Delving into common home injuries such as electrical shocks, burns, cuts, poisoning, and falls, Gabriella and Alfred shed light on the importance of home assessments. They explore the challenges faced during these improvement projects, offering valuable insights for caregivers, concerned family members, and anyone passionate about prioritizing accessibility.

Join us in this insightful conversation as we uncover the transformative impact of accessible home modifications. Whether you're directly involved in caregiving or simply care about creating inclusive spaces, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and gain valuable knowledge that can make a significant difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Follow Alfred’s work at http://www.accessibleplaces.ca/. 

Connect with him via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfred-rochon/. 

Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs.

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