CAPS - May 2026 (Friday Series)
CAPS 1, CAPS 2, CAPS 3
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Service Description
The Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist full course taught by Master Educator Fritzi Gros-Daillon of Household Guardians on Fridays, May 8, 15, and 22, 2026. CAPS 1: May 8, 2026 - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm PST CAPS 2: May 15, 2026 - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm PST CAPS 3: May 22, 2026 - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm PST Continuing Education Units (CEUS) for AIA, AOTA, and others Course 1: Marketing and Communicating with the Aging in Place Client (CAPS I) • Identify access points and marketing opportunities within targeted AIP segments. • Explain how allied professionals can collaborate effectively to serve a targeted AIP market. • Identify common challenges of functioning in a real-world environment for the AIP population. • Enhance the client consulting process with effective needs assessment and communication techniques. Course 2: Design Concepts for Livable Homes and Aging in Place (CAPS II) • Identify special considerations for estimating, scheduling, and executing the job while the client is in residence. • Identify legal and contractual considerations for building professionals providing AIP design solutions for residential clients. • Describe the categories of design and how they relate and apply to the three AIP market segments. • Describe specific design concepts for the AIP client. Course 3: Details & Solutions for Livable Homes and Aging In Place (CAPS III) • Describe the challenging nature of design for aging-in-place projects. • Identify available innovative and specialized products. • Explain best practices for design and installation of key components in AIP home design. • Describe the importance of budget and early product selection • Identify common missteps for design and installation of AIP solutions. • Recommend the best solutions for common single-room modifications based on needs identified in a provided client assessment and a room survey. • List installation considerations for recommended modifications in a specified space. • Prioritize the comprehensive solutions based on previous exercises when integrated into a real-world whole-house scenario. • Evaluate design considerations and installation requirements for recommended modifications based on whole house layout and circulation patterns. • Prioritize individual projects relative to budget, needs, and urgency. PRINTED MANUALS AVAILABLE FOR $40 - FREE SHIPPING
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
At Household Guardians, we understand that schedules change and unexpected circumstances arise. We aim to accommodate our students as best we can while maintaining fairness and planning efficiency for our classes. Refunds If you are unable to attend a scheduled CAPS course, refund requests must be made at least 7 days prior to the start of the class. Refunds requested 7 or more days before the course date will be issued in full. Refund requests received less than 7 days before the class may be reviewed individually and could be offered as a credit toward a future course. All approved refunds will be issued by check and mailed to the address provided at registration. Please allow 10–14 business days for processing and delivery. Cancellations & Transfers If you need to cancel your participation, please notify us no later than 3 days (72 hours) before the class begins. Cancellations received at least 3 days in advance may transfer registration to a future class date at no additional cost. Cancellations made within 72 hours of the course may not be eligible for refund or transfer due to preparation and limited class size. If Household Guardians must cancel or reschedule a class, all registrants will be notified immediately and may choose between a full refund by check or a transfer to another date. Special Circumstances We understand that life happens. If an emergency prevents you from attending, please contact us directly at fritzi@householdguardians.com We’ll work with you personally to find the best solution—whether that’s a refund, reschedule, or future course credit.