Aging In Place Assessment

What We Review

Daily-Living Support

We observe how the home may affect common routines and movement, including:

Entrances and exits
Walking paths
Stairs and level changes
Bathrooms
Bedrooms
Kitchens and common living areas
Lighting and visibility
Reach and access
Handrails and support features
Common environmental barriers
Emergency access and household safety equipment

Cornerstead does not diagnose medical conditions or determine a person’s clinical ability to live independently. When specialized functional evaluation is appropriate, the report may recommend consultation with an occupational therapist or another qualified healthcare professional.

Home Reliability

We observe accessible and visible conditions involving:

Roofing and drainage
Exterior surfaces
Foundations and structure
Plumbing
Electrical systems
Heating and cooling
Water intrusion and moisture
Household safety systems
Deferred maintenance
Other conditions that may affect continued use of the home

The assessment is not a technically exhaustive home inspection and does not guarantee the future performance of any system. Specialized inspection may be recommended when a concern requires further investigation.

What the Family Receives

The family receives a documented report that organizes findings into four categories:

Address Now

Conditions that may require prompt attention because of potential safety, habitability, or significant property consequences.

Plan Soon

Conditions that should be evaluated, repaired, or planned for before they become more disruptive or expensive.

Monitor

Conditions that do not currently require immediate action but should be watched or reviewed again.

Consider

Optional improvements that may make the home easier, safer, or more supportive.

Each finding explains:

What was observed
Why it may matter
The recommended priority
The type of professional or resource that may be appropriate
Whether additional evaluation is recommended

Assessment Packages & Pricing

Independent Recommendations

Cornerstead does not sell repairs or profit from the work recommended in the report.

Families may choose their own contractors, healthcare professionals, or service providers.

Our responsibility ends with independent observation, documentation, explanation, prioritization, and appropriate referral guidance.

When to Schedule an Assessment

An assessment may be appropriate when:

A parent wants to remain at home
The family has concerns but does not know where to begin
Daily tasks are becoming more difficult
Home maintenance has been deferred
A parent is preparing to return home after a care transition
The family is considering home modifications
Adult children are managing the property from a distance
The family needs an objective plan before requesting contractor estimates
The home has not been comprehensively reviewed in relation to the current resident

The Question We Help Families Answer

How well is this home supporting the person who lives there, and what should the family do next?

Check Availability

Is Your Parent's Home Still Supporting Their Independence?

As parents age, families often receive guidance about health, medications, and care.

But one important question is often left unanswered.

How well is the home supporting them?

Cornerstead provides independent Aging-in-Place Home Assessments, CAPS, that help families understand both the resident's needs and the home's ability to support everyday living.

You'll receive one clear, prioritized action plan—so you can move forward with confidence.

Learn More About Home Assessment

WHEN FAMILIES CALL CORNERSTEAD

You Don't Have to Figure It Out Alone.

Families often contact Cornerstead when:

A parent wants to remain at home
Everyday tasks are becoming more difficult
Home maintenance is becoming overwhelming
An adult child lives out of town
A parent is returning home from the hospital
Siblings disagree about what should happen next
The family wants an independent opinion before making important decisions

Sometimes nothing appears "wrong."

The goal is simply to better understand the home before small concerns become larger ones.

WHAT WE DO

One Assessment. One Clear Picture.

Cornerstead evaluates two equally important questions.

Is the home supporting the resident?

We evaluate how the home affects everyday living, including mobility, accessibility, safety, comfort, and independence.

Is the home becoming more difficult to manage?

Every home requires ongoing attention.

We help families identify routine responsibilities, maintenance concerns, and visible property conditions that may become more difficult for an older homeowner to manage over time.

Our goal isn't to identify everything that's wrong.

It's to help families understand what needs attention now, what can wait, and where additional support may be helpful.

WHY FAMILIES TRUST CORNERSTEAD

Choosing someone to evaluate a parent's home is a decision built on trust.

Cornerstead combines experience in residential property systems with Certified Aging-in-Place expertise to provide families with an independent perspective.

Families choose Cornerstead because we are:

🏠 InterNACHI Certified Home Inspection Professionals

♿ Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists (CAPS)

⭐ Built on 100+ Five-Star Reviews For Our Founders

🛡️ Background Checked and Professionally Trained

📋 Standardized Assessment Process

Every Cornerstead team member entering a client's home is carefully vetted, professionally trained, and committed to treating every resident with dignity and respect.

Start With a Clearer Picture

Four Simple Steps

Check Availability

Select a package and find a time that works for your family.

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Assess

We visit the home, meet with the resident, and complete a structured evaluation.

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Review

You'll receive a detailed report with photographs, priorities, and recommendations.

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Plan

Use your report to confidently decide what should happen next.

You don't need to know exactly what the home needs.

That's why Cornerstead exists.

Whether you're planning ahead or responding to new concerns, an independent assessment can help your family move forward with confidence.

Aging-at-Home Readiness Assessment

What We Review

Daily-Living Support

Home Reliability

What the Family Receives

Address Now

Plan Soon

Monitor

Consider

Independent Recommendations

When to Schedule an Assessment

The Question We Help Families Answer

Is Your Parent's Home Still Supporting Their Independence?

WHEN FAMILIES CALL CORNERSTEAD

You Don't Have to Figure It Out Alone.

WHAT WE DO

One Assessment. One Clear Picture.

Is the home supporting the resident?

Is the home becoming more difficult to manage?

WHY FAMILIES TRUST CORNERSTEAD

Choosing someone to evaluate a parent's home is a decision built on trust.

INDEPENDENT BY DESIGN

Advice You Can Trust

Start With a Clearer Picture

Four Simple Steps

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Practical Answers. Not More Questions.

Aging-at-Home Readiness Assessment

What We Review

Daily-Living Support

Home Reliability

What the Family Receives

Address Now

Plan Soon

Monitor

Consider

Independent Recommendations

When to Schedule an Assessment

The Question We Help Families Answer

Is Your Parent's Home Still Supporting Their Independence?

WHEN FAMILIES CALL CORNERSTEAD

You Don't Have to Figure It Out Alone.

WHAT WE DO

One Assessment. One Clear Picture.

Is the home supporting the resident?

Is the home becoming more difficult to manage?

WHY FAMILIES TRUST CORNERSTEAD

Choosing someone to evaluate a parent's home is a decision built on trust.

INDEPENDENT BY DESIGN

Advice You Can Trust

Start With a Clearer Picture

Four Simple Steps

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Practical Answers. Not More Questions.

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