Kathy Kirchner
After an extensive career as an occupational therapist and in disability policy, Kathy noted the rising numbers of persons wanting to “age in place” and the burgeoning public health interest in fall prevention. Kathy started working in the area of home modification consultation and in 2015 founded Accessible Home Solutions, LLC, where she specializes in individualized home modification consultation for people of all ages who want to be more functional and safe.
In addition to her work with Accessible Home Solutions, LLC, Kathy has worked with hundreds of clients and their caregivers through the Center for Equity in Aging at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, the D.C. Department of Housing and Community Development’s Safe at Home program, and with Habitat for Humanity of Metro Maryland. She has served clients of all ages and abilities in their homes through her work and by volunteering for Rebuilding Together Montgomery County.
Kathy holds a BS from Ohio State University, a MA from Xavier University, and an Executive Certificate in Home Modification (ECHM) through the University of Southern California School of Gerontology. She is also a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) through the National Association of Home Builders and has specialty interests in fall prevention and the challenges faced by persons living with dementia.
Kathy gets great personal and professional satisfaction that comes with helping clients solve complex problems.“The biggest compliment I can receive is when someone says, ‘That is the best thing we did - it kept us safe, saved us money and I never would have thought of it.’”
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Testimonials
“Kathy listened carefully and was able to immediately grasp the complexities of our situation. Her kindness, thoroughness and professionalism were evident throughout the time I worked with her.”
“The hospital could not help because we were out of state and I found Kathy to be a great resource.. Kathy thought of everything and then some. She understands the questions you have and has thought of the answers already. She's two steps ahead. No one else could help me with this at the time. She was invaluable”.
“Kathy provided both immediate advice as well as a comprehensive written report. The recommendations were both timely and precise. We would recommend her without reservation.”