Table 4

Number of home adaptations in situ

Number of adaptations Total sample (n=150) n (%) Mild
(n=48) n (%)
Moderate (n=51) n (%) Severe
(n=51) n (%)
No of adaptations63 (42)41 (85)16 (31)6 (12)
Purpose built house17 (11)0 (0)4 (8)13 (25)
One23 (15)5 (11)12 (23)6 (12)
Two-three33 (22)1 (2)15 (30)17 (33)
Four-six12 (8)1 (2)4 (8)7 (14)
Seven or more2 (2)0 (0)0 (0)2 (4)
  • Possible alterations=extension, stair lift, rails, ramps, widening of doors, intercom system, level access shower, kitchen alterations, bathroom alterations, overhead hoist tracking system, level access.