About Us

There are two reasons why I started this business. First, I began to lose count of the number of times clients had told me, "If I only knew about this sooner, I wouldn't have had to move in with my daughter/son." These statements disturbed me - why didn't people know about their options for remaining independent? I decided there was no good reason, other than that no one was telling them.

The second reason is more personal. Several years ago, doctors told my family that my grandmother had about six months to live. Concerned about her ability to live on her own, we suggested that she move in with us. She was hesitant to give up her independence but agreed. Despite the poor prognosis, she lived with us for 5 years. I believe that  those final years of her life would have been much more enjoyable if she had been living in her own home, surrounded by her things and in a familiar environment.

With this business, I want to help others stay in their homes even as their situations and abilities change. I want our elders to have a clear picture of their options so no one has to say "If only..."

Ms. Tara Coleman is the founder and president of Accessibility Advisors. She has over 10 years of experience as an occupational therapist, both in the United States and abroad. Ms. Coleman has worked with a wide range of people, including those recovering from hip replacement surgery, traumatic brain injury, and stroke. She also helps people cope with the limitations caused by diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and Alzheimer's disease.

As an occupational therapist, disability analyst, and certified aging-in-place specialist, she is uniquely qualified to assess you or your loved one's particular needs and provide you with occupational therapy services, training, and an objective and thorough home safety and accessibility evaluation.

Tara graduated magna cum laude from Touro College in Dix Hills, NY, with a B.S. in Health Sciences and an M.A. in Occupational Therapy. Tara is a registered and licensed occupational therapist. She is also a certified aging-in-place specialist and a fellow of the American Board of Disability Analysts.

Mr. Brian Rosenberg provides administrative, design, and IT support to Accessibility Advisors.