Why Aging in Place Isn’t Always Cheaper Than You Think
Aging in place—staying in your own home as you grow older—sounds like the most affordable option.
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How One Retiree Aged in Place on a Tight Budget
Margaret Hughes, a 74-year-old widow living in a modest three-bedroom home outside Portland, Oregon, has managed to age in place for the past six years...
The $30 Billion Smart Home Boom Built for Aging in Place
The $30 billion smart home market has grown around one central use case: helping older adults stay in their own homes longer.
How One Widow Aged in Place for 20 Years on Her Own Terms
Margaret Chen stayed in her three-bedroom home in Portland, Oregon for two decades after her husband died, without moving to assisted living or depending...
The Adult Day Programs That Keep Seniors Engaged and Safe
Adult day programs are structured, supervised facilities where seniors spend daytime hours engaging in activities, receiving care, and interacting with...
The GPS Trackers That Keep Wandering Seniors Safe
GPS trackers keep wandering seniors safe by providing real-time location data that caregivers can access from a smartphone, computer, or web browser.
How Much It Really Costs to Make a Home Safe for Aging in Place
Making your home safe for aging in place costs between $3,000 and $15,000 on average, though comprehensive renovations can easily reach $100,000 or more...
Bed Rails for Older Adults: Safe Picks and Recalled Models to Avoid
The safest bed rails for older adults are those that meet the ASTM F3186-17 safety standard and maintain a maximum gap of 4.
Pocket Doors Often Beat Hinged Doors for Aging in Place Homes
Pocket doors offer significant advantages for aging in place homes compared to traditional hinged doors, primarily because they eliminate the obstacle of...
Descending Stairs Safely With Bifocals: A Practical Training Plan
Descending stairs safely with bifocals requires deliberate technique and environmental adjustments, but it is absolutely manageable with proper training.