Chapter 6: Housing
Section 15: Home Accessibility Resources
AARP
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[email protected]Follow this link to AARP series of information under "Universal Design,"
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ADA Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (ADAAG)
This document contains scoping and technical requirements for accessibility to buildings and facilities by individuals with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.
Apartments.com
Online nationwide search for apartments, houses and other rental housing. Search apartments by specific criteria.
Cardinal Homes
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[email protected]Modular homes include the Better Living Series, with models that incorporate universal design and accessibility features. The series also includes a flexible suite that can be added to other plans. East coast sales area (current).
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Center for Universal Design
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[email protected]A national research, information and technical assistance center that evaluates, develops and promotes universal design in housing, public facilities and commercial products.
Fire Safety Solutions for People with Disabilities
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[email protected]Oklahoma ABLE Tech, OkAT Foundation, and Fire Protection Publications have participated in the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Fire Safety Grant programs for a number of years. Each year it is determined if additional funding has been granted. Unfortunately, the grant was not funded in 2019. Therefore, beginning October 3, 2019, they no longer offer this program statewide.
The remaining supplies from the project will serve individuals in and around the Stillwater, Oklahoma City, and Tulsa areas only.
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Home Innovation Research Labs
Home Innovation Research Labs is determined to perfect the home. They do this by helping clients improve the quality, durability, affordability, and environmental performance of homes and home building products.
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National AMBUCS, Inc.
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[email protected]National AMBUCS, Inc. is a nonprofit charitable organization with a diverse membership dedicated to inspiring mobility & independence.
Their mission is to inspire people to conquer challenges related to mobility and independence, through a nationwide network of volunteer chapters, working in partnership with physical, occupational and speech therapists; by providing Amtryke adaptive trykes, scholarships for therapists and many forms of community service
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)
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[email protected]The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) is the medium for business development, a platform for advocacy and the principal source for industry intelligence. NARI connects homeowners with its professional members and provides tips and tricks so that consumers have a positive remodeling experience with a professional, qualified remodeler.
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United Design Associates (UDA) ADA Accessible Home Plans
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[email protected]Offers alternate accessible plan versions of many of its home plans.
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USC Home Modification Action Project
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[email protected]Research, education, technical assistance and information on accessible housing.