Home Modification Organizations

AOTA has relationships with the following national organization to encourage collaboration and recognition of OT expertise in home modifications:

• AARP: Occupational therapists are involved in HomeFit Guide presentations at the state level.
• National Association of Home Builders: Occupational therapy representation on their Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) board. OTs contribute articles to CAPS Connection Newsletter to encourage collaboration.
  • Case Study: OT and Remodeler Partnership Leads to Client Satisfaction
• Rebuilding Together: AOTA has a longstanding relationship with Rebuilding Together and encourages OT practitioners and students to get involved in their local Rebuilding Together affiliates to provide home assessments and recommendations.

Other Organizations:

These non-profit organizations offer CE and other resources related to Home Modifications

• American Society on Aging
• Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access
• Center for Univeral Design
• Concrete Change
• Gerontological Society of America
• International Council on Active Aging
• National Association of Home Builders
• National Council on Aging
• National Institute on Aging
• National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification, which includes the Do-Able Renewable Home
• National Safety Council

Other Certifications:

• Certified Aging In Place Designation
  • How to Earn Your CAPS
• Executive Certificate in Home Modification