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Home For Life was created with one goal: to help

create smarter, healthier and safer homes for se-

niors and the disabled. We’ve carefully developed

a robust product portfolio that offers ways to maxi-

mize independence and lower healthcare costs.

Home For Life solutions are intended to enhance,

not replace, the efforts of caretakers. Whether it’s

through the wireless monitoring of in-home activity

or straightforward closet or kitchen modifications,

our clients are empowered to live independently in

their homes while remaining connected to family,

friends, community and healthcare providers. And

while the products are technologically advanced,

they are also completely intuitive and don’t require

technical knowledge in order to operate.

We’ve assembled a professional team of licensed

contractors and knowledgeable specialists. To-

gether, our experience, knowledge and impec-

cable standards ensure every client’s home can be

enjoyed independently for years to come.

SAFE. SMART. HEALTHY.

As a Certified “Aging In Place”

Specialist, Mike Varana helps

families find the best solutions

to create homes that fulfill the

individual needs of each client.

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MIKEVARANAM.847.644.6050

O.773.956.5289

E.mvarana@aol.com

F.734.758.5289

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Through research and collaboration with occu-

pational therapists, doctors, home designers and

universities, we’ve developed several options

for Home Modification that make the home a

safer environment. Through home modifications,

residents can regain access into and around

the home and enjoy restored functionality to

A. Pull-out shelvingB. Levered plumbing and door hardware C. Grab bars in wet areas

CREATING A SAFE, COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT

Common Modifications

D. Closet modificationsE. New flooring to accom modate chairs or walkersF. Improved, cost-effective lighting

G. Repositioned electrical switches and plugsH. Automated fall detectionI. Improved access to sec- ond story of home

bathrooms and kitchens. These frequently used

spaces can pose greater barriers and frustration

for those with mobility impairments. But with

necessary modifications, residents can safely

enjoy independence once again—and in many

cases increase the value of their home!

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The potential for falling is one of the biggest dangers for elderly or disabled people

living alone. Mobility, arthritis, poor circulation and reactions to medication are just

a few of the causes for falls.

Falls are the number one cause of hospitalization for people over the age of 65.

More than 2 million seniors are treated for falls in emergency rooms each year—re-

sulting in over $7 billion in costs annually. Forty percent of those hospitalized do

not return home and are not capable of living independently.

In many cases, a few important modifications to the home greatly reduce the risk of

falls. Our goal is to:

MAXIMIZESlip Resistance

Visual Supports

Physical Supports

MInIMIZETrip Hazards

Excessive Reaching

Did You Know?According to a

study from the

Journal of the

American Geriatrics

Society, those who

go barefoot are 10

times more likely to

fall than those who

wear sneakers.

The myHalo system provides automated fall detec-

tion and monitoring. Worn across the chest, the

waterproof strap contains sensors that detect falls

automatically—without the need to press buttons.

Should a fall occur, a message is transmitted to

a call center and instantaneous text messages

are sent to designated caregivers. The strap also

monitors vital signs such as heart rate, temperature

and orientation and can provide the information to

emergency responders. The myHalo™ Fall Detec-

tion System is $449 and just $49 per month.

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MYHALO™

REDuCE THERISk OF FALLING

INCREASE IN HOMEACCESSIBILITY

AuTOMATICALLYDETECT FALLS

PROVIDEPEACE OF MIND

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INTERNETCOMMuNICATION

INTuITIVE IN-HOME TECHNOLOGY

RENEWEDSENSE OF FREEDOM

A smart home begins with the GrandCare System,

an interactive touch-screen monitor that offers

Internet connectivity and in-home wellness sensors.

Our clients enjoy access to news, weather, fam-

ily pictures, email, reminders, games and more all

through an easy-to-use, completely intuitive touch-

screen.

In addition to entertainment and communication,

wireless sensors monitor daily activities and well-

ness. Door openings, blood pressure, medications,

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The value of independent living should never be underes-

timated. For the resident independence brings empower-

ment, positive energy, and good health. For family members

and caregivers, the peace of mind and time saved is truly

priceless.

Home For Life offers a way to make an investment in the

future of your family and home. Our home modifications

and automation can add thousands of dollars in value to the

home. Plus, when compared to the cost of assisted living,

Home For Life can offer incredible monetary savings.

THE TRuE VALuE OF A HOME FOR LIFE

Did You Know?• Approximately 37% of family caregivers

spend more than 40 hours a week provid-

ing care

• Seven out of 10 family caregivers spend

less time with family and friends since

becoming caregivers.

• Approximately 62% of working family

caregivers have had to make adjustments

to their work life, including reporting late

to work or giving up work entirely.

home temperature, wake up times and weight can

be securely monitored online by family and care

partners. The system can be set to send an email,

text message or phone call to caregivers if some-

thing is amiss.

Adding a browser- and smart phone-enabled

camera with two-way audio in the home can pro-

vide even more peace of mind for the resident and

family.

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BRAINFITNESS

STRENGTHTRAINING

IN-HOME WELLNESSMONITORING

As we age, failing memory and sluggish thinking

are not inevitable. It’s just as important to exercise

our brains as it is our bodies. The GrandCare Sys-

tem comes with interactive games and trivia, which

can help improve short- and long-term memory and

cognition.

Without physical strength, we can’t perform any of

the activities that make us healthy and fit. Strength

training brings about the widest range of immedi-

ate, maintainable and long lasting physical, mental

and emotional benefits. Effective training increases

independent functional skills and offers significant

improvement in daily activities such as stair climb-

ing, standing up from a chair or the floor and walk-

ing speed.

We will provide everything needed to begin a

strength-training program. Expensive or compli-

cated equipment is not necessary—a flat bench,

set of dumbbells, exercise mat, exercise ball and

the Strength Training for Seniors book will get

you started. The total cost for the program is less

than $400.

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In the u.S nearly 75% of older adults suffer from

one or more chronic diseases, according to the

Center for Disease Control. The GrandCare System

allows loved ones and caregivers to better manage

chronic illnesses—and lessens the frequency of

doctor visits.

The system uses wireless technology to monitor

key vital statistics such as weight, blood pressure,

glucose readings and oxygen in the blood, and

can send alerts via email or phone to family and/

or health care professionals if a metric is not within

the set boundary. These immediate and long-term

updates can help caregivers and doctors provide

more accurate and cost-effective care.

IN HOMEWELLNESS AND TELE-MEDICINE

This type of wellness monitoring, often referred to

as Telemedicine, opens the door to increased in-

dependence, more efficient and correct diagnoses,

and immeasurable convenience.