What forces older Americans from their homes into assisted living or full-time nursing facilities? It’s not necessarily declining health itself but how certain ailments prevent people from living independently. Some researchers now believe that changes in living spaces and daily strategies can keep older people out of nursing facilities for months … [Read more...]
Making Tubs Safe for Aging in Place
If you’re 60 or older, your bathtub can not only become a hazard to your health, but can also affect your ability to remain in your own home. That’s because getting in and out of a bathtub becomes more dangerous and sometimes impossible for people with limited mobility or disabilities. Wet floors, wet feet, soap, decreased coordination and shaky … [Read more...]
Top 10 Home Improvements for Aging in Place
When you think of your golden years, do you imagine spending them in your own home? You’re not alone. 78% of those aged 50-64 said they want to live in their own residence as long as possible, according to a June 2012 AARP report. But mobility and health issues can make that option difficult for some seniors. Staying in your own home as you age … [Read more...]
