Accessible showers and VA/HISA home modifications from Camco Construction.
Your home should work for you, not the other way around. For someone experiencing mobility challenges, an ordinary bathroom can become one of the most difficult rooms in the house to navigate. A high bathtub wall, a narrow doorway, a slippery floor, or a shower that is difficult to enter can turn an everyday routine into a frustrating experience.
At Camco Construction, we have completed bathroom modifications for veterans and other homeowners who need safer, more accessible spaces. Our experience includes VA/HISA bathroom modification projects, zero-entry showers, and other accessibility improvements designed around the needs of the people who use them.
A zero-entry shower, sometimes called a curbless shower, eliminates the traditional raised threshold between the bathroom floor and the shower. This design can make entering and exiting the shower easier for people who use walkers, wheelchairs, or other mobility aids.
Depending on the existing bathroom and the homeowner's needs, an accessible bathroom renovation may include a zero-entry or low-threshold shower, grab bars and additional wall reinforcement, accessible shower controls and handheld showerheads, improved floor surfaces and drainage, wider doorways or changes to the bathroom layout, and additional space for a caregiver or mobility equipment.
Not every bathroom requires the same modifications. The appropriate design depends on the existing structure, available space, and the individual needs of the homeowner.
The Department of Veterans Affairs' Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) program provides qualifying veterans with assistance for certain medically necessary improvements to their homes. Bathroom accessibility modifications may be among the improvements considered under the program.
Camco has experience performing VA/HISA bathroom modification projects and understands the importance of developing a clear construction scope that addresses the veteran's needs. We can work with homeowners to evaluate the existing bathroom, discuss possible modifications, and prepare construction information for the proposed work. Eligibility, funding amounts, and approval of specific improvements are determined by the VA.
One of the challenges of an accessibility renovation is working within an existing home. Plumbing locations, floor construction, doorway widths, and available space all influence what can be accomplished. Sometimes a relatively straightforward modification can improve accessibility. Other situations may require more extensive changes to the bathroom layout.
Our goal is to help homeowners understand their options and develop a practical construction plan. Whether you are a veteran exploring a VA/HISA modification, a family member helping a loved one remain in their home, or a homeowner planning ahead for future accessibility, Camco is here to help.
Contact Camco to discuss your project and how we can help.
