Lousiville, KY-IN (1888PressRelease)
February 03, 2008 - Brett J. Metzmeier, Sr., president of Metzmeier Building & Remodeling recently became one of the select group of 1,400 construction professionals, architects, designers and health care providers nationwide to earn the Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation, identifying him as one of the building industry’s top professionals with skills and knowledge specific to home modifications for aging-in-place. The Remodelors Council of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in collaboration with the NAHB Research Center, NAHB Seniors Housing Council and the AARP created the CAPS program.
The CAPS designation program teaches the technical, business management and customer service skills essential to provide home modifications based on aging-in-place design principles . CAPS was developed to help home remodeling professionals meet the needs of the 77 million Baby Boomers that will reach retirement age in the first years of the 21st century. The CAPS designation identifies remodelers that have been trained to help older adults remain in their homes safely, independently and comfortably, regardless of ability level, and continue to live in a familiar environment throughout their maturing years.
The CAPS curriculum incorporates a variety of educational components tailored to aging-in-place home modifications, including: background on the older adult population; communication techniques; common aging-in-place remodeling projects; common barriers and solutions; codes and standards; product ideas and resources; and business management.
CAPS program graduates are required to maintain their designation by attending continuing education programs.
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