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Consumer knowledge of home modifications

Technology and Disability

Author: Wylde, M. A.
Year: 1998
Type: Journal Article

Abstract:

Better, safer and easier-to-use home environments are important in an aging society. Unfortunately, only a small proportion of people who need more accessible living environments modify or adapt their homes. There are a number of reasons improved living environments have not 'caught on'. While there are many excellent educational programs and materials for educating consumers, the approaches have targeted the consumer as the problem. In addition, suggested modifications have often been inconsistent with consumer preferences. This article suggests that a great deal of knowledge exists about how to improve living environments; the next step is how to make these improvements part of the mainstream consumer marketplace.


Further Details

Full Title Technology and Disability
Pages 51-68
Volume 8
Accession Number September, 2011
Notes PDF obtained via UNSW Document Delivery
Electronic Resource Number 10.1016/S1055-4181(98)00007-7
Research Notes Electronic copy updated 18/06/2013 Call number added 18/06/2013
Keywords older, modification

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