Frequently Asked Questions

How can Florida Accessible Design assist me?
Florida Accessible Design is founded on the concept of helping individuals, couples and families create spaces and homes that will be free from barriers for those with physical limitations. We will work with you to help you make the most of your living space in your home and in some instances in your work place.

From the design stand point, we consult with you on the challenges that you or a loved one is facing and recommend, if possible, low cost solutions to make life easier for you. We can also recommend specific products that may solve a problem or set of problems.

How can I afford to pay for these services?                                                                                                                                                                       We work on a value added premise. You will pay a nominal, hourly, fee for your first consultation and if we can be of service to you then we will work out a contract for any further services in detail so you will have a precise estimate of the costs involved and how we may do work in stages to spread out the cost.

We know your funding may come from a variety of sources including grants, specialty loans, workers' compensation, and insurance and are happy to work with you to make the process of payment as smooth as possible by providing additional reports and documentation's as needed.

What is accessibility?
Accessibility is the ease of movement within a home or room for an individual with physical limitations.

What is adaptability?
Adaptability is the ability for a home or particular space to be changed or adjusted to make it more accessible for a person with physical limitations. The best time to consider adaptability is when one is buying, building or renovating a home.

What are "Reasonable Accommodations" and how can you help with them?
"Reasonable accommodations" are those changes to a work station or office setting that will allow a person with a physical limitation(s) to perform a task or job for which that person is otherwise qualified to do.

Florida Accessible Design works with employers and employees to find simple solutions to such challenges and implement them so that persons with physical limitations can work effectively.

What is Universal Design and why should it be of interest to me? Universal Design refers to planning for spaces, fixtures, and products to be of accessible us to everyone whether young or old, physically fit or physically impaired. The automatic doors at a Target store are an example as they work for all people.

Can Florida Accessible Design Help me with improving the look of my home?
Yes. Although we specialize in accessible design we can consult, draft up plans or provide interior decorating assistance for any room in your home.