It means Access to Freedom believes in always looking for the safest way to accomplish any accessibility or “Age Proofing” modification. We will not install or remodel any part of your home without considering this first.We know for some it is difficult to pay for modifications. For this reason we would rather turn down a job than create a safety problem for our clients. We believe no one should be denied access to all of their home. We also believe no one who wants to be at home should be denied this either.Prevention is an area Access to Freedom provides. Too many people suffer from avoidable accidents at home. Then they may need major accessibility modifications in their homes. According to The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, “Falls are a serious public health problem among older adults. More than a third of adults aged 65 and older fall each year. Older adults are hospitalized for fall-related injuries five times more often than they are for injuries from other causes. Of those who fall, 20% to 30% suffer moderate to severe injuries that reduce mobility and independence, and increase the risk of premature death.” These are startling statistics, not to be ignored. Access to Freedom has designed Certified Home Age Proofing Specialists “CHAPS” and we are ready to serve you! We have designed a simple program to evaluate your home to prevent your environment from being unsafe. A CHAPS specialist will assess your home and discuss your safety issues according to your specifications, often for less cost than you might think. The cost of preventing an accident is much less than the accident and all the suffering it could cause.Think of ”CHAPS” as a gift you can give yourself and your loved ones by preparing for the future. Our program gives you various price levels to choose from. If your goal is to stay in your home as you age, CHAPS can give you and your family the assurance of a home which will suit your needs for years to come. Take control of your future to stay at home as you grow in years. CHAPS can help you achieve this goal.Because we care so much about safety we also created the “SAFETY FIRST” assurance emblem you see at the top of this page and on all of our web pages. This emblem will appear on your assessment reports to assure you of our sincere concern for your safety...first.Contact us for your free CHAPS brochure which includes safety tips, and a check list of helpful suggestions to “Age Proof ” your home.