Living in Place: Safe, Supported, and Happy or Healthy at Home
Make your home more adaptable to you and your family’s medical needs and distinct care goals.
Thrive in the Comfort of Your Home with Living in Place Solutions
Living in Place empowers older adults and individuals in Northern Virginia with a range of physical, cognitive, or invisible challenges to enjoy safe, healthy, and independent living—right at home.
Through our thoughtful Living in Place remodeling services, we help transform homes into personalized spaces that support comfort, dignity, and wellness at every stage of life:
Empower independence for those navigating age-related changes, injuries, or chronic medical conditions with functional design and accessible home modifications.
Create home-based care environments tailored to your unique needs, supporting mobility, healing, and everyday life with ease and confidence.
Address your concerns about aging gracefully in your forever home—minimizing risk and maximizing peace of mind.
Home Modifications That Empower Independence
At Schroeder Design Build, your safety, comfort, and well-being are at the heart of every decision we make. Here are some of the mobility and accessibility modifications we may suggest:
Stairlifts for individuals who experience difficulty navigating stairs, even with assistance
Ramps at any elevation to support safe entry and exit for those using mobility aids.
Grab bars in bathrooms and other key areas to reduce the risk of slips and falls
Entrance modifications to ensure smooth access for wheelchairs, walkers, or scooters
Railing installations to add support along ramps, steps, and transitional spaces
Easy-reach kitchen and bath cabinets designed to minimize strain and promote usability
Accessible fixtures that make it easier to bathe, wash, and cook with independence
Adapted kitchen appliances for easier food prep, cooking, and storage
Strategic lighting systems to reduce fall risks and enhance visibility
Smart home technology to assist people of varying abilities with daily tasks and home management
These Living in Place solutions aren’t just about safety—they’re about preserving dignity, enhancing quality of life, and helping you feel fully supported where you live.
See the Possibilities in Our Living in Place Portfolio
Explore real examples of how we help Northern Virginia homeowners thrive in place—with comfort, confidence, and style that lasts for years to come.
Our Living in Place Remodeling Process
Transforming your home into a place of independence, safety, and comfort begins with a thoughtful, proven process. At the same time, our home remodeling services preserve or improve aesthetics. Here’s how we help you remodel your forever home, tailored to your needs today and tomorrow.
Personalized Home Assessment
We start our assessment by listening to the story of you and your home in Northern Virginia. What daily tasks are becoming difficult? What activities bring you joy, and how can your home support them?
From there, our certified Aging-in-Place specialist will conduct a detailed, in-home evaluation centered on you and your family’s physical, cognitive, and therapeutic needs. We’ll also take a close look at your home’s current layout and structure to identify opportunities for modifications that enhance safety, accessibility, and overall support.
Custom Home Accessibility Solutions
With the insights gained from your personalized home assessment, we design a plan that meets your unique accessibility, mobility, and wellness needs—all while respecting your lifestyle, budget, and vision.
Our team will guide you through a wide range of interior and exterior solutions tailored to help you or your loved one live independently and safely.
Personalized Home Assessment
We start our assessment by listening to the story of you and your home in Northern Virginia. What daily tasks are becoming difficult? What activities bring you joy, and how can your home support them?
From there, our certified Aging-in-Place specialist will conduct a detailed, in-home evaluation centered on you and your family’s physical, cognitive, and therapeutic needs. We’ll also take a close look at your home’s current layout and structure to identify opportunities for modifications that enhance safety, accessibility, and overall support.
Custom Home Accessibility Solutions
With the insights gained from your personalized home assessment, we design a plan that meets your unique accessibility, mobility, and wellness needs—all while respecting your lifestyle, budget, and vision.
Our team will guide you through a wide range of interior and exterior solutions tailored to help you or your loved one live independently and safely.
Expert Installation and Quality Construction
Ensuring Your Satisfaction Every Step of the Way
Once your custom modifications and accessibility solutions are complete, we’ll walk through your home with you to make sure everything works exactly as it should—and that you and your loved ones feel confident using every feature.
You’ll also receive personalized training on any new equipment, smart home technology, or mobility enhancements, so your home not only looks right but lives right.
To support your independence for years to come, your project is backed by a 2-year warranty and ongoing follow-ups to ensure your home continues to meet your needs.
Ensuring Your Satisfaction Every Step of the Way
Once your custom modifications and accessibility solutions are complete, we’ll walk through your home with you to make sure everything works exactly as it should—and that you and your loved ones feel confident using every feature.
You’ll also receive personalized training on any new equipment, smart home technology, or mobility enhancements, so your home not only looks right but lives right.
To support your independence for years to come, your project is backed by a 2-year warranty and ongoing follow-ups to ensure your home continues to meet your needs.
What Our Living in Place Clients Are Saying
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Living in Place Needs
Remodeling your home for living in place doesn’t just modify your living space for your safety and comfort today, it also transforms and elevates your independence, helping you thrive for the years to come. As a trusted firm by families in Northern Virginia, Schroeder Design Build offers living-in-place solutions to meet your specific needs now and in the future.
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