SIMPLE SOLUTIONS: - The Hartford

At some point, many of us will find that the house that once fit us soperfectly no longer does. Maybe it’s the stairs or the bathtub or thecarpet or the lighting. But, given that most of us would prefer to remainin our homes rather than move, it makes sense to change our homes toaccommodate these changing needs.The Hartford Financial Services Group has created this guide of productsand ideas to help you create a living space that works well at all differentpoints in life. Whether you’re making a structural modification or buying asimple household product, you’ll find creative ways to make any homesafer and more comfortable for people of any age.As you’ll see, most of these products are inexpensive and easy to install,and the ideas can make your home more functional without lookinginstitutional.This guide includes:• A Solutions Guide, starting on page 4, which provides more than200 products and ideas. For most products, a three-letter supplier code isprovided, along with the approximate retail cost.• A Supplier Guide, beginningon page 40, with informationabout where you can obtain theproducts. (Because suppliersoften change their productofferings, be sure to contactthem or check their websitesfor the latest information.)• A Home Checklist on page 47that will help you apply theseideas to any home.We hope you will find SimpleSolutions useful in creating a homethat can accommodate changingneeds and enhance independentliving for anyone.Please note that the inclusion of a product in this guide does not constitute a productendorsement or warranty by The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. You are advised toevaluate for yourself the appropriateness of any product or idea listed.3