The Older Americans Act and Your Right to Age in Place
The Older Americans Act (OAA), passed in 1965 and reauthorized most recently in 2020, establishes your federal right to access services and support that...
Category Age-in-place-safely
How One Daughter Helped Her Mom Age in Place Remotely
Sarah's mother had always been fiercely independent, but a fall in her kitchen made it clear she couldn't live alone safely anymore.
How One Driver Stayed Behind the Wheel Safely at 92
One driver in his nineties maintained his independence behind the wheel not through luck, but through a deliberate combination of regular medical...
The Entryway Fixes That Keep Seniors Coming and Going Safely
Safe entryway modifications come down to three essential changes: eliminating tripping hazards, improving lighting and visibility, and installing grab...
The Kitchen Setup That Keeps Seniors Cooking Safely
A safe kitchen setup for seniors combines three essential elements: accessible storage and appliances positioned at comfortable heights, clear visibility...
The Decluttering Project That Made Aging in Place Safer
A methodical decluttering project can significantly reduce fall risks and improve mobility throughout a home—preventing trips on clutter, clearing...
How Medication Routines Keep Seniors Living Alone Safely
Medication routines create the essential scaffolding that allows seniors to live independently at home with significantly reduced risk of adverse health...
How Consistent Routines Keep Older Adults Steady and Safe
Consistent routines keep older adults steady and safe by reducing falls, preventing medication errors, and lowering the risk of hospitalization.
How Neighbors Become a Lifeline for Aging in Place
When Margaret suffered a fall in her kitchen at 78, it wasn't her adult daughter five states away who found her—it was her neighbor Tom, who'd developed...
How Rising Costs Threaten Aging in Place — and How to Beat Them
Rising costs are putting aging in place out of reach for millions of Americans. In 2026, the expenses required to stay safely at home—from bathroom...