Walk-In & Curbless Showers
Replace a hard-to-enter tub with a low- or zero-threshold shower that has a bench, grab bars, and a handheld wand.
Austin & Central Texas · Veteran-Owned · CAPS-Certified
Aging-in-place remodeling that keeps you home — safely, for years to come
Small changes make a big difference. We help older adults across Austin, the Hill Country, and Central Texas move through their own homes with confidence — and give their families real peace of mind.
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- CAPS-certified, design informed by occupational therapy
- Licensed & insured, family-owned and local
- We protect your floors and clean up every day
CAPS-Certified specialistsTrained in aging-in-place design
Why it matters
Most falls happen at home — and most homes can be made safer
Aging in place means staying in your own home as you get older — and the right home modifications make that possible for far longer. The places we know best are also where small hazards hide: a slick tub, a step at the front door, a dim hallway, a railing that wobbles. The good news is that these are fixable.
The CDC identifies falls as the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries among adults 65 and older in the United States, and the bathroom — getting in and out of the tub or shower, rising from the toilet — is the most common site for a fall inside the home. A handful of thoughtful changes can turn a risky room into one your parents move through without a second thought. This is not about giving anything up. It is about keeping what matters most — the familiar kitchen, the morning routine, the neighbors down the street, the dignity of doing things your own way.
Our job is to make the home quietly support the person living in it, so independence lasts longer and everyone worries less. We start by listening, explain every option in plain language, and never use fear to sell you anything you do not need. Curious about what's possible? Walk through our home safety checklist or read our guide on helping aging parents stay home.
What we do
Accessibility remodeling, done right the first time
From a single grab bar to a complete barrier-free bathroom, we handle the full range of aging-in-place work — designed for real life and built to last.
Wheelchair Ramps
Code-compliant aluminum, modular, and wood ramps for porches and entries — purchase or rental, fast turnaround.
Stair Lifts
Smooth, reliable stair lifts for straight and curved staircases, so a second floor stays part of the home.
Grab Bars & Bath Safety
Securely anchored grab bars, rails, and slip-resistant upgrades placed exactly where they will help most.
Walk-In Tubs
Low-entry soaking tubs with built-in seating, grab bars, and easy controls for a safer, soothing bath.
Accessible Bathroom Remodel
A complete barrier-free bathroom — comfortable heights, room to turn, good lighting, and beautiful finishes.
Doorway Widening & Zero-Step Entry
Wider doorways and a step-free entrance so walkers and wheelchairs move through the home with ease.
Comfort-Height & ADA Toilets
Comfort-height toilets and accessible fixtures that make sitting and standing safer and far more comfortable.
Residential Elevators & Platform Lifts
Home elevators and platform lifts that connect levels gracefully when stairs are no longer an option.
Whole-Home Accessibility Assessment
A room-by-room safety review with a clear, prioritized plan you can act on now or phase over time.
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Solutions for common situations
Wherever you are, there is a sensible next step
Families come to us at very different moments. Here is how we usually help, depending on what is going on right now.
After a fall
A fall is often the wake-up call. We move quickly to remove the biggest hazards first — grab bars, a safer shower entry, better lighting, and steadier railings — so confidence comes back fast.
Coming home after a stroke
New mobility needs call for thoughtful changes. We adapt bathrooms, entries, and key pathways so daily routines feel manageable and one-sided weakness is supported.
Wheelchair & walker users
Wider doorways and a zero-step entry, roll-in showers, and turning room make a home fully navigable — whether someone uses a walker today or a wheelchair down the road.
Parkinson's & balance changes
Stable, easy-to-grip rails and grab bars, slip-resistant surfaces, and predictable layouts reduce stumbles and help with the freezing and unsteadiness that balance conditions can bring.
Low vision
Brighter, even lighting, high-contrast edges, and clear, uncluttered paths make it easier and safer to move around. A whole-home assessment is a good place to start.
Returning from rehab
Discharge timelines move fast. We coordinate quickly — often starting with a ramp or stair lift — so home is ready and safe the day your parent comes back.
How it works
Simple, respectful, and built around you
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Free in-home assessment
A CAPS-certified specialist visits, listens to your goals, and walks the home with you to spot what feels risky or hard to use. No pressure, no obligation.
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A clear plan & honest quote
You get plain-language recommendations at a range of budgets, plus a written quote. We explain trade-offs so you can decide what to do now and what can wait.
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Clean, careful installation
Our own craftspeople do the work, protect your floors, and clean up daily. When we are finished, we show you how everything works.
Backed by a written workmanship warranty
We stand behind every installation. If something is not right, we make it right. You will always know who to call — we are local, and we answer the phone.
Paying for the work
You may have more help available than you think
Funding for home modifications can be confusing. Here is the honest version, in plain terms:
- Veterans: the VA HISA grant can help with medically necessary modifications — verify current VA figures.
- Texas Medicaid: the STAR+PLUS HCBS waiver can cover Minor Home Modifications for eligible members.
- Medicare: Original Medicare generally does not pay for grab bars, ramps, walk-in tubs, or stair lifts. Some Medicare Advantage plans offer limited home-safety benefits — verify your plan.
We help with paperwork; not medical, legal, or financial advice — verify current program details.
Why families choose us
Experience you can trust in your parents' home
Inviting someone into a loved one's home is a big deal. We have built our company so that decision feels easy.
CAPS-certified expertise
Our specialists hold the Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist credential — training focused specifically on safe, livable homes for older adults.
Design informed by occupational therapy
We design with OT best practices in mind, so changes match how a person actually moves, reaches, and balances day to day.
Licensed, insured & EPA Lead-Safe
We are fully licensed and insured, and EPA Lead-Safe certified for the older homes common across Central Texas.
Local & family-owned
Based in Dripping Springs and rooted in the Hill Country, we treat your home the way we would treat our own family's.
Want to know who you will be working with? Meet the family behind Live Oak Home Access. Wondering what to budget? See our Central Texas cost guide.
Service areas
Proudly serving Austin, the Hill Country & Central Texas
We travel throughout the region for free in-home assessments. Find your town below, or see every community we cover.
Why families choose us
Trust built on credentials, not hype
We're a newly established, veteran-owned company — so instead of stock testimonials, here's what you can verify before you ever call. We'll publish real client reviews here as our first Central Texas projects wrap up.
CAPS-Certified
Our lead specialist holds the Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist credential from the NAHB — formal training in the construction, design, and health needs behind safe home modifications.
Licensed, Insured & EPA Lead-Safe
Fully licensed and insured for Texas work, with EPA RRP lead-safe certification for older homes. Documentation available any time you ask.
Veteran-Owned & Local
Family-owned and based in Dripping Springs. We live and work in the communities we serve — and stand behind every job with a written workmanship warranty.
Free, Honest Assessments
Every project starts with a free in-home safety assessment and a written, itemized estimate — no pressure, no obligation, and an exact quote before any work begins.
Verified on a directory we don't control
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Common questions about aging-in-place remodeling
What does aging in place mean?
Aging in place means choosing to remain in your own home as you grow older, rather than moving to an assisted-living facility or nursing home. For most people it means making targeted home modifications — such as grab bars, a curbless shower, wider doorways, or a stair lift — so the home safely supports changing mobility and health needs. According to AARP's 2024 Home and Community Preferences research, 75% of adults 50 and older want to remain in their current home as they age, and the right home modifications make it possible for far longer. See our Texas senior safety & aging-in-place statistics guide for more sourced figures.
Where do you provide home accessibility remodeling?
We serve the greater Austin metro, the areas south of Austin, and the Central Texas Hill Country. That includes Georgetown and Sun City, Lakeway and the Lake Travis area, Canyon Lake, Lago Vista, Bulverde and Spring Branch, Wimberley, Dripping Springs, Austin, New Braunfels, Boerne, Fredericksburg, Marble Falls, Seguin, Bastrop, and more. We are based in Dripping Springs and travel throughout the region for free in-home safety assessments. See all service areas.
Does Medicare pay for grab bars, ramps, or a walk-in tub?
Original Medicare generally does not pay for grab bars, wheelchair ramps, walk-in tubs, or stair lifts. Some Medicare Advantage plans offer limited home-safety benefits, so it is worth verifying your specific plan. Veterans may qualify for the VA HISA grant for medically necessary modifications, and the Texas Medicaid STAR+PLUS HCBS waiver can cover Minor Home Modifications for eligible members. We help with the paperwork; this is not medical, legal, or financial advice, so please verify current program details. Read our full Texas funding guide.
What happens at a free in-home safety assessment?
A CAPS-certified specialist visits your home, listens to your goals, and walks through the spaces that feel risky or hard to use. We look at entries, bathrooms, stairs, lighting, and floor transitions, then suggest practical options at a range of budgets. You receive clear recommendations and an honest written quote. There is no pressure and no obligation to move forward.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Live Oak Home Access is a licensed and insured, family-owned remodeling company. We are CAPS-certified (Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist) and EPA Lead-Safe certified for work in older homes. We design with input informed by occupational therapy best practices and back our work with a written workmanship warranty.
How long do most accessibility projects take?
It depends on the scope. Grab bars and railings are often installed in a single visit. Modular ramps and stair lifts can frequently be completed within a day or two once parts arrive. A full tub-to-shower conversion or accessible bathroom remodel typically takes one to two weeks. We give you a firm timeline at your assessment and protect your floors and clean up the work area every day.
How much does an accessibility remodel cost?
Costs vary widely with the project and your home. As a rough guide, grab bars are a modest per-bar investment, ramps and stair lifts fall into the mid-range, and walk-in showers, walk-in tubs, and full bathroom remodels are larger projects. These are typical Central Texas ranges — a free in-home assessment gives an exact quote. Our Central Texas cost guide explains what drives the numbers so there are no surprises.
Ready to make home safer? Start with a free visit.
A CAPS-certified specialist comes to your home, walks every room with you, and gives you an honest written plan — no pressure, no obligation. Most families tell us the assessment alone gives them clarity they have been looking for.
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