Although the entrance occupies a small area in the house, it is used frequently. When the elderly go out or come home, they often have to complete many actions in the hallway, such as changing shoes, dressing, holding keys, changing wheelchairs, and so on. Therefore, these aspects need to be considered in order to ensure the safety of the elderly.
Door opening preparation area].
the space for the elderly to prepare before opening the door; A table can be set up to facilitate the elderly to put down their belongings and free their hands to find the key and open the door.
Wheelchair staging area].
wheelchair staging space in the foyer; The corresponding space should be reserved according to the folded size of the wheelchair, and it should not affect the other activities of the elderly in the foyer.
Access and Preparation Area].
The passage between the interior and exterior of the house in the foyer is also an area for the elderly to prepare for the trip; The ground material should be stain-resistant and non-slip to avoid obstacles; Wheelchair steering needs should be accommodated as much as possible, and consideration should be given to allowing space for caregivers to operate.
Changing and changing of shoes area].
an area where the elderly change their coats and shoes before and after going out;
Shoe cabinets, shoe stools, clothing hooks, and handrails or substitutes should be installed. Have a suitable countertop for keys, hats, wallets, and other personal belongings.
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