Q: My husband has a neurological disorder. His eye-hand coordination and strength are OK, but he has difficulty walking, and his balance is lousy. Stairs are a challenge. He is resisting installing ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're renovating a bathroom for a mobility-impaired loved one, there are many things to consider when making this part of your home more ...

Question: My husband, who is now in his 80s, was recently hospitalized due to a chronic medical condition, and last week was moved from the hospital to the rehabilitation center. A vocational ...

During the past few weeks, we have addressed the concerns of a reader who was worried about her disabled husband. We suggested some simple fixes they could do to make life easier and safer for him ...

Q: The Corian shower enclosure in my home has been easy to keep clean for years. Now I need to have a grab bar installed to enable me to age in place. All handymen I consulted would not take on the ...

A properly installed grab bar in any bath or shower area can add safety and value to your home. Step 1: Begin by locating the wooden studs in the bathroom wall. Electronic stud-finding devices can ...

Dear Pat: I am going to install some new grab and towel bars in my bathroom. It has ceramic tile on the walls, and I am having trouble drilling into it. What is the best method to mount things on tile ...