News

June 11, 2009

HSA to Build “Aging in Place” Addition for Home in Webster Township

SALINE, MI (June 11, 2009) – Homeowner Services of America, Inc. has been selected to design and build an “aging in place” addition for a home in Webster Township, MI.

Saline-based HSA, as one of its remodeling specialties, modifies homes for safe, comfortable living by senior citizens and physically challenged people.

David Rhoads, HSA’s founder, owner, and president, is recognized as a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB; www.nahb.org). NAHB created the CAPS certification in collaboration with the American Association of Retired People (AARP; www.aarp.org).

The Webster Township project is the latest of several “aging in place” remodels that HSA now has in progress or has recently completed for clients. It is also HSA’s second major remodeling project for the Webster Township homeowner; the firm completed another addition to the same home in 2004.

How “Aging in Place” Works

Rhoads defines “aging in place” as “living in your home safely, independently, and comfortably regardless of your age or physical ability.” He adds, “Most current homes are not well designed for aging occupants. In an ‘aging in place’ remodel, we adapt an existing home so people of advancing age can remain there and not have to move to assisted living facilities.”

What does a typical “aging in place” remodel entail? Per Rhoads, “We especially look at how the residents can get safely and securely in and out of the house, then move around the house freely. We also explore changes to the kitchen for easier meal preparation and eating. Another key consideration is the bathroom – the number one place for accidents in the home, regardless of the residents’ ages.”

About HSA

Since 1985, HSA has completed over 600 home remodeling projects. The company specializes in kitchens, baths, basements, additions, dormers, and master suites.

HSA also modifies homes for safe, comfortable living by senior citizens and physically challenged people. David Rhoads of HSA has earned the Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation from the American Association of Retired People (AARP) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

Rhoads is a past president of the Home Builders Association of Washtenaw County (HBAWC), and a current executive director of the state HBA. The HBAWC honored Rhoads as the 2007 Builder of the Year.

Rhoads is also a member of the Saline City Council. In 2004, the Saline Area Chamber of Commerce selected Rhoads as Saline’s Citizen of the Year in recognition of his community involvement.

Homeowner Services of America, Inc. can be contacted at 199 W. Michigan Ave., Saline, MI 48176. Phone: (734) 944–3337. Fax: (734) 944–3371. Email: sales@hsa–remodel.com. Online: www.hsa–remodel.com.

Media Contact:

David Rhoads
Homeowner Services of America, Inc.
(734) 944–3337
david@hsa–remodel.com
www.hsa–remodel.com

Chris Kochmanski
DesignHub, Inc.
(734) 944-8705
chris@design-hub.com