OTTAWA, ON — Most Canadians want to remain in their homes as they age, but many homes were never designed with aging in mind.
As Canada recognizes National AccessAbility Week from May 31 to June 6, growing attention is being placed on the relationship between home design, independence, and quality of life as Canada’s population continues to age.
The numbers tell an important story:
• 81% of older Canadians want to remain in their homes as they age
• Canadians 65+ are expected to grow by approximately 68% over the next two decades
• One in three Canadians over age 65 experiences a fall each year
• Falls account for nearly 90% of injury-related hospitalizations among older adults
• More than 78,000 Canadians aged 65+ were hospitalized due to falls in a single year
For many homeowners, the greatest risks are often found in everyday spaces — bathrooms, stairs, entrances, and other areas of the home that people rarely think about until they become difficult to navigate.
“People are living longer and want to remain in their homes longer,” said Cody Valle of Renos4Life. “Small changes can often make a meaningful difference in safety, comfort, and independence.”
Renos4Life specializes in accessibility and aging-in-place solutions, helping homeowners create safer living environments that support changing needs over time. To raise awareness of home safety, Renos4Life will offer free Home Safety Assessments throughout June for homeowners and families interested in understanding potential safety risks and accessibility opportunities in their homes.
National AccessAbility Week serves as a reminder that accessibility is not only about public spaces. For many Canadians, it begins at home.
Media Contact:
Cody Valle
Renos4Life
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613.690.8500