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JOIN US AT Eastbank Contractor Appliances

TUESDAY, February 11th, 5 - 7:30 PM

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Can Grab Bars be Sexy? 

Style + Safety = Great Design. Help your clients create homes that work for them in all phases of their lives. Join us and learn more about the concepts of Universal Design and the latest trends and resources in beautiful safety fixtures. Get inspired to reimagine accessibility without sacrificing aesthetics!

ReFIT will showcase their Accessible Dream House model to demonstrate how thoughtful home modifications can enhance both comfort and style. Through a guided walkthrough of various rooms in the home, we’ll highlight practical strategies for remodeling that cater to a wide range of physical needs, without sacrificing the visual appeal of the space.

This session is perfect for interior designers eager to deepen their understanding of how to enhance a home beautifully and thoughtfully. Discover how functionality and style can go hand in hand, making every space a truly accessible dream.

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Our Expert Presenters:

Jackie Haddon is a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS), Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) and Co-Founder of LiveAble Homes. Liveable Homes is committed to assisting older adults and individuals with disabilities to live independently in their homes by integrating Universal Design at all levels of planning, design and construction. Our mission is to engage with homeowners, residential remodelers, designers and builders to expand the inventory of truly accessible, beautifully designed homes in the Portland Metro area.

As Executive Director of ReFIT, Lupine DeSnyder is committed to ensuring that people of all abilities can remain safely and comfortably in their homes. She brings extensive expertise to this mission, with certifications in Community Mediation, Volunteer Management, and an Executive Certificate in Home Modification from the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology. Lupine is passionate about bridging accessibility and design. She believes that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, deserves a home that is both safe and beautiful.

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About ReFIT:

ReFIT (Remodeling for Independence Together) is a 501(c)(3) Oregon nonprofit organization that provides no-cost home modifications to financially and physically challenged members of the greater Portland area. Some ways we help include installing wheelchair ramps, bathroom grab bars, ADA-compliant sinks and toilets, widening doorways, and more.

For 25 years and counting, our 100% volunteer-run organization has made it possible for our neighbors to navigate their homes safely and live independently. We couldn’t do it without our compassionate Board of Directors, partners, sponsors, contractors, volunteers, donors, and event attendees.

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About our host, Eastbank Contractor Appliances:

The Eastbank showroom is a professional environment for in-depth consultation covering all aspects of kitchen appliance specification.  We have a large selection of live appliances that we test daily. This gives us the insight to make recommendations based on performance and quality.  We strive to meet the needs of the builder/designer industry to help ensure their clients are satisfied. We will recommend products based on the client’s habits, desires, and preferences.

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Not a member? No problem! Join us as a free guest for up to 2 meetings. After that, it's just $40 per meeting. Or if you would like to become a member CLICK HERE.

Questions? Email our Membership Team: membershipIDSportland@gmail.com for more information. We'd love to have you be a part of our community!