My Accessible Kitchen Is Finally being built

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Good evening everyone. I hope you are well. Im really excited to be sharing this process with you, make sure you subscribe to see what happens next week. If you have any questions about the renovation work, be sure to drop it bellow, and I’ll do my best to answer it in the upcoming videos. Also if there is anything else you want to see from the videos be sure to pop that bellow too. Check out these passed videos I have hand picked for you Why we started renovating kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXbQmWxjgtx2e68 My house tour before the work kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZWlcmaYgddpmbM Accessible garden transformation kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnTYomaDrKt9mNU How I get upstairs kzbin.info/www/bejne/ramaiWlujdRqndU

[@VanLifeVoyages]

Gem, I just got my first accessible kitchen in January after 23 years of chair life. It's amazing! We've remodeled the entire house. Roll in shower, roll under sinks, 36 inch doors and tile everywhere with"zero" thresholds, I love it. ❤️ I hope you enjoy yours forever! ❤ Derec

[@harrylewis7394]

I am a wheelchair bound New Yorker. My home has been remodeled and adapted by loving friends and neighbors. So very pleased for you and your family. It’s amazing how much adaptations make such a difference. x

[@wheelie26]

I’m so excited for you to see what accessibility features you are having. I moved into an “accessible” bungalow 3 years ago and had to have most of the kitchen redone just before Christmas because the original builders hadn’t done a very good job at all. They hadn’t included an OT or any disabled person with regards to what is needed and thought that a height adjustable sink would do the trick. The renovations have made it so much better but we couldn’t do anything about the actual layout of the kitchen. So the washing machine and fridge freezer are still tricky to access. If only builders would involve someone who knows what is “accessible” and what isn’t. Can’t wait to see yours.

[@VintageRayne]

“Adjustable sink” sounds like a nightmare! I’m glad you’re getting it sorted!

[@wheelie26]

@@VintageRayne it’s ok actually. When I want to use it I lower it down so I can easily reach and when my son, who’s 6ft 4” uses it he raises it back up to his height. The hob is on the same system

[@caz3895]

Had an accessible kitchen put in after 8yrs dealing with an ordinary kitchen. Best thing I ever did, especially as the designer was also a wheelchair user.

[@marshatomkins7989]

Oh, fun. We’re doing the same thing. Washing up in the bathroom, floor-leveling, and kitchen stuff everywhere. It’s both terribly inconvenient and exciting. I look forward to your finished kitchen!

[@aimeenaylor6808]

So excited to see the new kitchen, it will be so amazing when it is fully accessible for you!!! I had the same struggles in the past, but my house renos were definitely a step in the right direction for my independence!!

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Aww that’s so good to hear

[@beckymoran321]

I am soooooo excited to see the kitchen reno! Lots of eating out for your family for now. But so worth it!

[@Wheelsnoheels]

😌😌😌

[@nicokelly6453]

Great that y'all are getting an accessible kitchen finally! Can't wait to see how it turns out.

[@aimee_mh]

I enjoy the vlog videos! Can't wait to see the kitchen finished.

[@Tanny.M]

I just love that wet plaster colour too lol. It's nice to see a vlog style video from you. My husband is a chef as well, he's about to move from a restaurant to a hotel. Take care 🥰

[@sammhammiam]

Can't wait to see your finished kitchen!

[@SnowySpiritRuby]

Wish I could make my kitchen more accessible, but I don't really have that prerogative because I'm renting. It would be pretty easy because the lower cupboards and drawers are all on legs that put them about 6" off the floor, except that the dishwasher would have to be either taken out entirely (wouldn't be a big deal to me because I basically never use it anyway, but I don't have that option because it's not mine) or replaced with one that's about 6" shorter. Same with the stove/oven combo, except that that doesn't have counter on top of it, so I could still drop the counters on either side. I can't even count the number of times I've subluxed my shoulders reaching for things because they were too high. Hoping I can at least get my landlord (who's super nice) to let me add an additional handle to the front door (like what Roll with Cole and Charisma show in their accessible house tour) to make it easier to close it while in my chair (currently I have to stick my hand through the space between the door and the doorframe below the middle hinge from the outside and push the door shut - there have been a couple times where I didn't pull my hand out soon enough, and that hurt); knobs or handles on the dresser drawers that all currently have nothing, only a little lip barely big enough to grab with the very end of my fingertips (there have been times where it was literally impossible for me to open the drawers because my hands don't always like to cooperate); and blinds instead of curtains, because I'm not always able to climb up on furniture to mess with curtains. The only rule I have to follow with that sort of thing is to get permission before making any permanent changes (and since I can't just spackle and paint over the holes if I were to take the hardware off (since it'd be on wood and metal, not sheetrock), they count as "permanent"), so I'm hoping he'll say yes to at least the door handle and drawer handles/knobs.

[@stephaniemcquillan1930]

This will be great for you Gem

[@CanadianMum444]

Coming along great finally! I can only imagine, myself👩🏻‍🦽 in your shoes right now. My house is disaster enough due to , oh too long of a story! Lol. But I’m SO HAPPY it’s finally going to get done and you’ll be able to live comfy once again! Big hugs sweet Gem💗

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Awww thank you lovely 😊

[@lauriee1269]

Thumbs up

[@tinachambers4887]

Hi friends I like this type of vlog more please have a great day love from TEXAS

[@MusingsFromTheDen]

I love this vlogging format.😊 You should be proud of the bathroom washing up hack! 😁 I can't wait to see the finished result. 😊

[@thewisepowerchair2369]

Fantastic yodelling by Mr Shaun. Well done. This is very interesting to see as I will be going through a similar process at some stage. Thank you for vlogging this. Is your fridge plugged in somewhere?

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Yes the fridge is now in the lounge as the flooring has started

[@debraseiber8820]

The yodeling reminds of my late aunt Jo she was great at yodeling

[@saramessore9197]

This is so exciting! Also, Who knew Shaun could yodel ha!

[@garyp432]

Great vlog

[@silkedavid8876]

So typical that the builder makes more holes in the floor and then disappears for the weekend! Hope it did not cause any extra problems. I look forward to seeing the process. Oh, Mafsa is also my guilty tv fav at the moment!

[@Wheelsnoheels]

It was ok, there’s nothing in those rooms at the moment anyway. Ahhh MAFSA I’m hooked!!!

[@RhamanaChan]

Oooh this makes me excited, nervous and anxious, I'm having my kitchen and downstairs bathroom done in the near future, as well as having a new doorway put in between my bedroom and the kitchen, I won't be here for it as they said I'd be better out of the way so I'll likely be going in for some kind of respite care, so I'll not see all of the mess! I really can't wait for it to be done but waiting for it is making me a bundle of nerves! My local council are going to be doing it with a grant, I hope both yours and mine go well!

[@LUCY.PARK.06]

I have loved following along on Instagram so this video was perfect ❤ loved seeing more of your pets - hope bindie feels better soon 😊 can't wait for you to get the kitchen of your dreams

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Awww thank you for your support. Bindi is ok now, think most of the loud worm is over now. 😉

[@LUCY.PARK.06]

@@Wheelsnoheels that's good ❤

[@johnvelas70]

I was helping an Amish family by falling some trees for them. Someone heard me singing, thought I was in pain & called 911. They said someone is in the woods in agony singing.

[@jowarren4437]

Gem that's the best vlog I've watched in ages Shaun is so funny everyone needs a shaun in their life! I can't wait for the next one.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Awww thanks for saying. Glad you enjoyed it, I enjoyed making this. :)

[@bluedeva]

Woohoo! 🥳Trust me Gem it will be totally worth it. I had my kitchen fully adapted a couple of years ago and it has made everything so much easier. Don’t get me wrong the dust and having to plan when to stock up on water and washing in the bathroom was a bit wearing but it’s a great excuse to enjoy a take away or 5 😂 It will be worth the huge drain on your energy and pain levels. You may actually enjoy cooking again now it’s all laid out properly 😆

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Ahh thank you. Yeah we are now into week two, and the novlety is wearing off. But slowly we are getting there. Cant wait. x

[@bluedeva]

@@Wheelsnoheels this is the worst part as it feels like it is dragging on and having to be “on top of everything” when everyone is coming and going in the house is so draining. I hope your pain levels aren’t thru the roof 🤞🏻When they start fitting all the tiles, cupboards and worktops you do get a boost. I would always nod off on the sofa as soon as the trades people left 🥱 Hopefully you don’t have any delays so that next week you can just rest as much as you can and slowly start enjoying getting used to your kitchen. Hang in there, you will absolutely love it once it is all done 🤗🤗

[@MicheMoffatt]

Amazing, Gemma!! I’m so excited for you! I’m sure it’ll be stressful getting it done. It will be so worth it though!!!! I’m so excited for you x x x.

[@jamesharris6062]

Hi I also have chair lift its has been great for me I have had trouble getting up the stairs IMB .

[@VintageRayne]

I can’t wait to see your new kitchen! I’m sure it’ll be lovely & I’m excited about getting some ideas for our own kitchen. It’s a Spoonie nightmare atm ha Also. Bendy is SOOOO cute!!!!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Love the vlog style content Gem 😊👍

[@celticqaidbear]

😊 new kitchen congrats. week of take away food.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Indeed

[@tetsubo57]

Gem, they call those Xanax.

[@juoig7799]

I hope your bathroom sink wasn't blocked up with food waste after you had to do the dishes in it! Lol

[@winklepicking3202]

Literally just got the notification, but your video has been out for 3 hours, wish KZbin would sort themselves out.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

How odd. Ill never know how the mysteries of youtube work. Glad you got to watch it though xx

[@dees3179]

I made the mistake of washing up in my bath while I was renovating the kitchen in my last house. It was all going well until I decided to have curry. My brand-new bath ended up with an orange stain. It took about three months for it to completely go. Don’t do the things that I do. They’re normally completely stupid.

[@winklepicking3202]

Oh my days, did you see tonight’s MAFS Caroline had her ass handed too her didn’t she, well deserved though, poor Dion.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Ahhhh Im a little behind I think ;)

[@Wheelsnoheels]

I like Dion, he seems sweet

[@winklepicking3202]

Wheelsnoheels - Gem Hubbard ohhh wait until you catch up, it’s juicy! ☺️