A mobile app to help modify homes for older adults to live independently
Expansion and validation of novel mobile app for guiding home modifications for aging in place
['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] · HOMESRENEWED VENTURES LLC · NIH-10812988
This study is testing a helpful mobile app that guides older adults on how to make their homes safer and more comfortable so they can continue living there happily as they age.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | HOMESRENEWED VENTURES LLC (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10812988 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and validating a mobile application designed to assist older adults in making necessary modifications to their homes, enabling them to age in place safely and comfortably. The app provides customized guidance for home modifications, such as the installation of grab bars, based on specific inputs from contractors or handypersons. By addressing the common issue of unsuitable living environments, the app aims to improve daily living activities and overall quality of life for seniors. The project builds on previous work to ensure that modifications are implemented correctly and efficiently.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above who wish to modify their homes for better safety and accessibility.
Not a fit: Patients who are not seeking to modify their living environments or who do not have the capacity to implement home modifications may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the ability of older adults to live independently and safely in their own homes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research has shown success in developing tools for home modifications, indicating a promising potential for this innovative approach.
Where this research is happening
WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES
- HOMESRENEWED VENTURES LLC — WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: TENENBAUM, LOUIS — HOMESRENEWED VENTURES LLC
- Study coordinator: TENENBAUM, LOUIS
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.