Short answers for Texas homeowners planning safer, more accessible homes. More pages will land in /guides/<slug>/index.html.
It means adapting the home you already love — bathrooms, entries, stairs, kitchens — so you can stay there safely and comfortably as mobility or balance changes. Typical projects include walk-in or curbless showers, grab bars, ramps, comfort-height toilets, and wider doorways. Work with a remodeler who understands accessibility, and talk with your doctor or occupational therapist about what you need. This is not medical advice.
A Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) has completed NAHB training on how homes can support aging adults. It does not replace a contractor license, and it is not a guarantee of outcome — but it is a useful signal that the firm has studied bath safety, circulation, and universal design. Ask who on the team holds the credential and verify when you can.