Checklists for Home Accessibility

Part of deciding where to live is determining if your future home or apartment is safe and accessible. Use the checklists in this section to evaluate your future –or even current—living situation.

Small, light-colored home with dark front door

House Survey Tour and Checklist

Home Exterior Home Interior General items Learn more about these tips in Lighting and Glare and Contrast. Hallways Living Room Bedroom Learn more about these tips in the Bedroom section. Is there adequate lighting for reading, writing, sewing, or other tasks? Is glare a problem? What about mirrors? Flooring? Bright sunlight on glass table tops? […]

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Light-colored apartment building with teal doors and window frames

Apartment Survey Tour and Checklist

Home Exterior Common Areas Mailbox Area Lobbies and Hallways Stairways and Elevators Home Interior General items Learn more about these tips in Lighting and Glare and Contrast. Hallways Living Room Bedroom Learn more about these tips in the Bedroom section. Kitchen Learn more about these tips in the Kitchen section. Is there contrast in colors […]

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