Category: Housing and Long-Term Care
You probably already have some “smart” features in your home. For instance, a thermostat you can program for a higher temp during the day and lower at night. Perhaps it has remote capabilities, so you can make changes from afar. Or sensors, such as garden sprinklers that shut off when it’s raining, or outdoor lights […]
Cohousing is like a retirement community in that it is a group of residents in individual, private domiciles. Plus, there are shared facilities for group activities. What’s different is that retirement communities are created and run by a developer. Cohousing communities are created by the people who will live in the buildings. All members hold […]
Last week we looked at tips for navigating long-term care options to support living at home. Successfully managing care at home depends on many factors, including finances, health status, transportation, mobility, a supportive physical environment, a willingness to accept care, and having a realistic view of the care needs. There may come a point when […]
We are living longer. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, those who are 85 and older are the fastest growing segment of the population. As a result, more adult children than ever are helping their parents navigate their journey with aging. Finding appropriate supports and helping guide your parents’ choices when additional care is needed […]
A vast majority of older adults (77%) say they want to remain in their own homes as they age. Of course! Home is comfortable: We know where everything is—in the house, and also in the neighborhood and town. Friends, doctors, grocery store. We know how to get around quickly and easily. Plus, the emotional benefits […]
Since 2011, baby boomers have been turning 65 at an average rate of 10,000 per day. This will continue until 2030. And we are living longer. Fortunately, we are also healthier and more active than past generations. But the reality, according to the Administration on Aging (AOA), is that “70% of people turning age 65 […]
Fear of losing independence and freedom are common refrains we hear from clients when the topic of moving to a retirement community is proposed. Your parents may be resistant to the idea because they have an image of the traditional medical model nursing home in mind when you mention a supportive living community. It’s not unusual to perceive a senior living as restrictive. The reality is quite different. A move to a community often results in greater independence.
From pathway lighting to safer stairways, you can make many modifications to the exterior of your home to make it easier to age in place. Learn more in our blog about aging well.
To safely age in place, you may need to add or remodel a bathroom. It’s difficult to know which features you will need down the road. Issues of balance, mobility, and potentially restricted reach come into play. Check out our aging well blog to gain insights.
Aging in place, as defined by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is “the ability to live in one’s home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income or ability level.” Ninety percent of individuals 65 years of age and older report that they would prefer to continue living in their […]
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