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About Us
Safe Havens is a locally owned accessibility and home safety company based in Western Pennsylvania. Our mission is simple: help people live safely, comfortably, and independently in the homes they love.
As a local business, clients work directly with the owner rather than a national franchise or call center. Every project begins with understanding the homeowner's needs and finding the right solution.
VINCENT NEMETH
OWNER
About Vincent Nemeth
Safe Havens was founded by Vincent Nemeth, a Western Pennsylvania native with more than 15 years of experience helping people improve safety, accessibility, and livability in their homes.
Vincent specializes in evaluating homes and identifying practical solutions that allow people to remain comfortable and independent as their needs change.
Credentials
Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS)
Certified Master Inspector
Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health
Senior Living Specialist
Licensed Realtor: Simplihom Lic. RS334084
This background allows Vincent to help homeowners determine whether a home can be safely modified for aging in place. If modifications are not the right solution, he can also assist with finding a new home that better meets accessibility needs.
Helpful Links to Local and Pennsylvania Resources
PA 211
A statewide starting point for help with housing, food, transportation, utilities, caregiver support, and other local services. You can search online, call 211, or text your ZIP code to 898211.
PA 211 Southwest
A useful option for people in Western Pennsylvania who need local service referrals and human services navigation. This regional system covers many counties in Southwestern Pennsylvania and offers phone, text, and chat support.
Pennsylvania Link to Aging and Disability Resources
A free statewide resource that helps older adults, people with disabilities, and families connect with local supports, in home service options, and funding application assistance.
Find Your Local Area Agency on Aging
A good place to find county based aging services, caregiver support, meals, senior centers, and guidance on local programs for older adults. Pennsylvania’s Area Agencies on Aging cover all 67 counties.
Community HealthChoices in Pennsylvania
Helpful for adults in Pennsylvania who may qualify for long term services and supports through Medicaid, including people age 21 and older with physical disabilities and people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.
PATF Home Modification Loans
The Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation offers financing options that can help cover accessibility equipment and home modifications such as ramps, roll in showers, widened doorways, and related improvements.
Veteran Resources
VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA)
A key VA program for medically necessary home modifications. This is one of the most important resources for veterans seeking changes such as access improvements, bathroom modifications, and other structural alterations tied to a disability.
VA Disability Housing Grants
Information on VA housing grants that may help eligible veterans buy, build, or modify a home to better meet accessibility needs.
Home Safety and Aging in Place
AARP HomeFit Guide
A practical guide with room by room ideas for making a home safer, easier to use, and better suited for aging in place.
National Institute on Aging: Aging in Place
Trusted health information on planning ahead, staying independent at home, and improving safety and accessibility in daily living spaces.
NCOA Falls Free CheckUp
A quick falls risk screening tool that can help older adults and families better understand fall risk and next steps for prevention.
HomeMods.org
A strong educational resource for home modification information, research, training materials, and consumer resources related to accessibility and independent living.
Medicare Information
Medicare Durable Medical Equipment Coverage
A useful resource for understanding what Medicare Part B may cover for durable medical equipment used in the home. It is a good starting point when comparing medical equipment coverage with home modification needs.
Not sure where to start? Safe Havens can help you understand your options, identify the right type of accessibility solution, and point you toward programs or resources that may apply to your situation. Contact us to schedule a consultation and take the next step toward a safer, more comfortable home.