We are building a world of inclusion.
Whether you are a family in need that needs our Assess & Retrofit Program or an organization that needs to make your space more inclusive utilizing Inclusive Design & Construction, Tucker’s House can help.
Assess & Retrofit Program
This is our flagship program where we provide a professional home assessment with our architectural designer and a therapist to create a home modification plan to meet all your needs. We then oversee the entire construction and retrofitting process to create a safe and accessible home for your family.
The following services are provided by Tucker’s House to clients with a documented disability:
- Home or Rental Property Assessment
- Home Modification Plan Review
- Architectural Plan & Budget Review
- Oversee Construction & Retrofit Process
- Adaptive Equipment Placement & Training
Tucker’s House serves all socioeconomic statuses and full or partial financial assistance is provided based on income. In all cases, we are able to keep the costs down on projects through donated labor, materials, and a lower than market project management fee.
Inclusive Design & Construction
Our experience, reputation, and leadership in inclusive design and construction has positioned us to take on projects in custom homes, group homes, inclusive public parks, businesses, churches, and more. If you have a specialized project, reach out and see how we can assist.
The following services are provided by Tucker’s House to clients who need help making their space more inclusive:
- Property Assessment
- Custom Plan Review
- Architectural Plan & Budget Review
- Oversee Construction Process
How Tucker’s House is Different
Tucker’s House is the only resource of its kind to children and young adults with disabilities in the community. We hear all the time that our process is unique.
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Build Lifetime Solutions
Our retrofitting solutions will serve the individual with a disability throughout their lifetime and assist them every day.
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Create Functional Modifications
Critical retrofits include installing ramps, modifying bathrooms and doorways to be wheelchair accessible, wall lifts, replacing carpet with solid flooring for wheelchair accessibility, along with other accessibility modifications. A therapist also oversees every phase of adaptive equipment selection, installation, and training.
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Oversee Entire Process
We oversee the entire home assessment and modification process. Our clients have enough to manage already with the needs of their households on a daily basis!
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Offer Financial Assistance
Families of all socioeconomic backgrounds benefit from the services we provide. We offer financial assistance on a sliding scale.
Tucker’s House makes a $600,000+ impact in our community each year.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is your waitlist?
Our waitlist can vary depending on schedule, but we are typically able to complete the entire process in 6-8 months of when you have a completed and accepted application.
What is your service area?
We serve an hour-driving radius of our office located in Franklin, TN. We do hope to expand our service area in the future as resources allow.
What is your financial qualification process?
We have a tiered financial assistance program based on household income. We are proud to serve all socioeconomic statuses.
How much does a typical project cost?
Our process is entirely individualized but the average project cost is $15,000.
What age ranges do you serve?
We do not currently have a defined age range for services but our scope is generally limited to individuals with disabilities who live with family members. We do not typically offer financial assistance to individuals who are aging in place.
Who does the work?
Our Construction Project Manager on staff uses licensed and insured subcontractors and professionals on all skilled labor. We will sometimes use volunteer labor on unskilled portions of projects like demolition or clean-up.