JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Jan. 4, 2011) – Judith Sisler Johnston, allied member, ASID, and president of Sisler Johnston Interior Design, recently became one of a select group of professionals nationwide to earn the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation.

The CAPS designation establishes Sisler Johnston as one of the building industry’s leading professionals with experience and knowledge specific to home and commercial modifications for aging-in-place.  CAPS provides the skills and knowledge to help retirees and older adults age-in-place independently and comfortably in their homes

“There is a tremendous need to understand the aging-in-place demographic and to design living environments that allow older adults to remain in the comfort of their own home as they age,” Sisler Johnston said.  “I am proud to receive the CAPS accreditation and honored to play a role in helping seniors transition comfortably in their homes.”

The CAPS curriculum incorporates a variety of information tailored to aging-in-place home modifications, including background on the aging-in-place demographic, communication techniques, common aging-in-place remodeling projects, common barriers and solutions, codes and standards, product ideas and resources, marketing and business management.

CAPS program graduates are required to maintain their designation by attending continuing education programs and participating in community service projects.  CAPS classes are offered through local and state home building associations and at national trade shows.  More information about the CAPS program is available online at www.nahb.org.  To learn more about Sisler Johnston Interior Design's aging-in-place services, visit www.sislerjohnston.com.

About Sisler Johnston Interior Design
      
Sisler Johnston Interior Design offers comprehensive interior design services for commercial and residential clients.  The company specializes in marketable designs for active adult and continuing care senior lifestyle communities.  Sisler Johnston Interior Design also designs community centers, builder model homes, private residences, hotel guest accommodations and office suites. 

Judith Sisler Johnston, president of Sisler Johnston Interior Design, is an allied member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), the International Interior Design
Association (IIDA), is a Certified Green Professional (CGP) and a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS).  She is Florida’s leading authority on designing spectacular environments that are inspiring, functional and contribute to the wellness and self-esteem of their occupants.  Sisler Johnston and the company’s team of licensed, talented designers work with clients to enhance their surroundings with designs that range from traditional elegance to contemporary classic.

Sisler Johnston’s design work has been featured in numerous books, newspapers, magazines and television programs.  The company has worked with clients throughout Florida for over 25 years and received more than 200 industry awards.

For more information about Sisler Johnston Interior Design, call (904) 288-0908 or visit www.sislerjohnston.com.

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Judith Sisler Johnston, allied member, ASID, and president of Sisler Johnston Interior Design, recently earned the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation.