They may or may not have upper body strength, which
affects their reach, their dexterity and their possible need for
additional technological aids and/or support. Some people have
multiple impairments. Some will have a progressive illness.
A wheelchair user may live alone, or with a carer or
partner or be part of a family unit. In family housing it can be an
adult or a child that uses a wheelchair or in some instances there
will be more than one member of the household who uses a
wheelchair.
FWA design encapsulates a home that provides a
completely step-free environment, space for a wheelchair to
circulate and access all rooms, a kitchen and bathroom that suits
the occupant's particular needs and fittings and services that are
within reach and easy to use.
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