Modest home makeovers to improve farmhouse accessibility: How our AgrAbility team used this fast,affordable alternative to remodeling with the Miller family *

Abstract

The Modest Home Makeover Program offers a cost-effective strategy for improving farmhouse accessibility. The program includes three key ingredients: (1) a team approach involving family members, Extension staff and/or other professionals and volunteers; (2) a focus on low-cost or no-cost improvements; and (3) advance preparation so the makeover can be completed in one intensive ‘work day.’ The makeover process that the AgrAbility team used with the Miller family is described in detail.