Homes and apartments for the mobility impaired in Asheville NC
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'Mobility Impaired' and 'Handicap Accessible' can mean so many different things. However, one thing is for sure, if you or a loved one's disability is expected to be long-term, your home must be able to accommodate you in a comfortable way. NC State claims that "Little housing today, whether single or multi-family, adequately responds to the diverse and ever changing needs of the population". Let's take on the challenge to find you a handicap accessible home already in existence in the Asheville NC area.
Over time, the Fair Housing Act and the North Carolina Accessibility Code are altering the multi-family property industry. Other agencies such as educational institutions are shifting the focus to universal design, which introduces the concept of how to design and remodel to provide access to all, at differing stages of life and levels of 'ability'. For example, many people become injured and suddenly realize they are a prisoner in their own home for the next 3 months when suddenly the bathroom becomes a major challenge, anddoing what would be normally minor things such as hair washing and bathing becomes a huge challenge.
As our population ages, many people will require a master bedroom on the main level and will find it harder to deal with outside steps. Many older people spend periods of time in a wheelchair, and with such a limited amount of homes being able to accommodate a chair this becomes a problem.
For more details download the publication or visit the site and read the NC State's "The Center for Universal design, Residential rehabilitation, remodeling and universal design",
Some independent living links
- American Disabled for Attendant Programs Today - ADAPT focuses on promoting services in the community instead of warehousing people with disabilities in institutions and nursing homes.
- Association of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists Worldwide - International association that helps disabled mouth and foot painting artists distribute and sell their work
- Center for an Accessible Society - Focuses public attention on disability and independent living issues by disseminating information developed through research.
- Centre for Independent Living in Toronto - Toronto-based organization that helps people with disabilities learn Independent Living skills and integrate into the community
- Crotched Mountain Foundation - New Hampshire foundation dedicated to assisting children and adults with disabilities achieve growth and independence though the latest in rehabilitative services.
- Disability World - A web-zine dedicated to advancing an exchange of information and research about the international independent living movement of people with disabilities. Funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research.
- Independent Living - News, views and practical information on all issues related to independent living. Designed for the elderly, physically disabled, carers and care professionals.
- Institute on Independent Living - Promotes opportunities for persons with disabilities to gain personal and political power, self-determination, full participation and equality through information, training materials, consultancy and technical assistance.
- Sam Sullivan Disability Foundation - Canadian foundation helping people with disabilities live fuller lives now and improve the quality of their lives.
- The Whole Person Inc. - A private, nonresidential, non-profit corporation providing independent living services to residents of Kansas and Missouri. Services promote consumer control and choice, independence, self-reliance, self-help and community integration.
- Toward Independent Living and Learning - TILL is a private, not-for-profit agency that develops and operates programs and services for people with physical as well as mental and developmental disabilities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
- World Institute on Disability - WID is a nonprofit, international public-policy center dedicated to carrying out cutting edge research on disability issues and overcoming obstacles to independent living. Headquarters in Oakland, California
An elegant masterpiece of design & planning for discerning clients only. Handicap access, top of the world views, heated indoor pool, masterful entertaining, elevator, domestic or inlaw suite, 5 FP's, 5 car garage, generator, practically acres of decking this house captivates upon first sight. Long range views, billiard rm, exercise rm, multiple kitchens and laundries, storage - too much to mention. only 5 miles from downtown. 2 PINs
Listing provided by Keller Williams Professionals.
An elegant masterpiece of design & planning for discerning clients only. Handicap access, top of the world views, heated indoor pool, masterful entertaining, elevator, domestic or inlaw suite, 5 FP's, 5 car garage, generator, practically acres of decking this house captivates upon first sight. Long range views, billiard rm, exercise rm, multiple kitchens and laundries, storage - too much to mention. only 5 miles from downtown.
Listing provided by Keller Williams Professionals.
Breathtaking Western sunset views from every room! Custom top quality built high performance 'green' home. NC Healthy Built & Energy Star certified. Gourmet kitchen, iron staircase, natural stone, romantic air-spa bath & many luxurious details. Low maintenance. Handicap accessible 1st floor. 600sf daylight workshop in crawl space. Private mountain top yet only 2 miles to town. TC Roberson schools. Without 2 additional lots MLS506207. Lease $3500
Listing provided by Century 21 All Seasons.
-Quality built home with convenience, energy efficiency, and comfort in mind. Every window has a beautiful view. These PRIVATE 17+ acres have HUGE trees with hiking trails and small ponds. Granite kitchen with bar that opens to the great room. Two walk-in tile showers. Other extras too numerous to list, see ATTACHMENTS. Ten minutes to downtown. Lower level can easily convert to in-law apartment. Handicap accessible. Home at 3000 ft elevation.
Listing provided by Thornton Realty.
ONE-OF-A-KIND retreat,offering VIEWS,VIEWS & more VIEWS! Unique details thru out:cherry wd flrs,custom Box Elder mantel,handmade stair rail,custom built-in cabs,copper kit. sink, antique doors,woodshop/workshop,guest/apt. Green feats: icynene insul.,encapsulated crawl spc, low VOC bamboo flrng & paint,whole house filtration sys. (water & air). Ext. features: large deck w/hot tub, lower deck, room to organic garden. Handicap access, incl. elevator
Listing provided by Town and Mountain Realty.
Breathtaking Western sunset views from every room! Custom top quality built high performance 'green' home. NC Healthy Built & Energy Star certified. Gourmet kitchen, iron staircase, natural stone, romantic air-spa bath & many luxurious details. Low maintenance. Handicap accessible 1st floor. 600sf daylight workshop in crawl space. Private mountain top yet only 2 miles to town. TC Roberson schools. With 2 additional lots MLS507179. Lease $3500 mo.
Listing provided by Century 21 All Seasons.
-OH THE VIEWS!!!AND THE PRICE!!! Unobstructed year round views from this large quality built home on 2 ac lot. Huge dbl.decks facing view of Mt.Pisgah--the sunsets are phenomenal! Open plan,handicap shower in one BR,in-law suite in daylight LL,lg. workshop,Quartz counters in kit,ceramic tile in kit/baths.Very private lot,Generator not included,Main level HP has propane backup,woodstove,and so much more. Don't miss this beautiful home and view.
Listing provided by Keller Williams - Hendersonville.
Sensational Montford Plan, 2 master bedrooms, lower level is handicap accessible and designed beautifully. Awsome deck with picturesque views that are stunning. Storage galore and convenience to downtown. The showers, hardwood floors and open floor plan. Enticing!
Listing provided by Beverly-Hanks, South.
-A cozy, well-appointed log home in the Pierpoint development of Lake Lure. The inviting great room includes a beautiful stone fireplace. The view of the lake and mountains will take your breath away. Lake access from a private boat dock. A handicapped ramp runs from the driveway to the back deck and front porch. Beautiful high-end furniture is negotiable.Three miles from Rumbling Bald Resort and two championship golf courses. Being sold "as is".
Listing provided by Beverly Hanks & Assoc. Rumbling Bald.
-A wonderful house in pristine condition. 3BR, 2 Bath home with formal dining room and a great room with vaulted ceiling and great built ins w/recessed lighting and built in sound system. Large multipurpose room in basement and unfinished portion has great workroom area and storage. Easy entry in winter and level driveway. All in Carriage Park with pool, tennis courts, clubhouse and active social life. Home is handicap accessible.Furniture avail.
Listing provided by Keller Williams - Hendersonville.
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