Aging In Place: How Seniors Can Stay In Their Home The message from older Americans is loud and clear: They want to stay in their homes and maintain their independence for as long as possible. A trend called “Aging In Place.” So, some seniors, like Brenda Edwards of Oakdale, California, are renovating their houses in case … Continue reading “Aging In Place: How Seniors Can Stay In Their Home”
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Aging In Place May Not Be An Option, But A Necessity
Aging In Place May Not Be An Option, But A Necessity Brenda Edwards, a retired nurse, and her 79-year-old husband want to stay in their four-bedroom, ranch-style home in Oakdale, California, as their mobility becomes more limited. So, Brenda, 70, splurged and paid $20,000 for an interior designer and an extra $95,000 to renovate their … Continue reading “Aging In Place May Not Be An Option, But A Necessity”
America Is Aging Quickly And Is Unprepared
America Is Aging Quickly And Is Unprepared The predictions about the aging Baby Boomer population have become a reality, and America is not ready for it—nor are the older adults themselves. The generation born between 1946 and 1964 faces significant challenges such as financial stability, personal health, and housing as they enter their later years. … Continue reading “America Is Aging Quickly And Is Unprepared “
The Facts About Aging In Place
The Facts About Aging In Place Older adults’ desire to stay in their current homes as they age is not waning but seemingly increasing. Many seniors are already making preparations to age in place, and those who have yet to start modifying their homes or their lifestyles already plan to do this in the future. … Continue reading “The Facts About Aging In Place”
The Best Senior Monitoring Systems To Keep Your Senior Safe
The Best Senior Monitoring Systems To Keep Your Senior Safe Many older adults want to maintain their independence as long as possible. Still, family members often worry about their safety since seniors are generally at risk for falls and have chronic health conditions. Fortunately, in-home monitoring systems designed for older adults can lessen the worries … Continue reading “The Best Senior Monitoring Systems To Keep Your Senior Safe”
Caring For Your Aging Parents
Caring For Your Aging Parents There once was a time in your life when you were very young, and your parents cared for you until you were old enough to care for yourself. Just as you were getting older, so were your parents. Now, your parents may need your help to take care of them. … Continue reading “Caring For Your Aging Parents”
When To Hire In-Home or Live-In Help?
When To Hire In-Home or Live-In Help? There comes a time when older adults wonder if they need someone to help them manage daily tasks that are becoming harder to do on their own. While many seniors want to continue living independently at home, they also realize that washing dishes, taking a shower, and other … Continue reading “When To Hire In-Home or Live-In Help?”
Retirement Communities vs. Aging in Place: The Pros and Cons!
Retirement Communities vs. Aging in Place: The Pros and Cons! Finding affordable housing for people of any age is a challenge these days, and experts say it will get even more difficult for older adults. Given that adults over 65 already make up 17 percent of the U.S. population, communities must prepare to meet the … Continue reading “Retirement Communities vs. Aging in Place: The Pros and Cons!”
Age In Place: How To Do It Successfully
Age In Place: How To Do It Successfully Robert and Judy Port have lived in their home in Dunwoody, Ga., for 36 years and want to stay there as long as possible. So, the Ports decided to modify their home to accommodate their immediate and future needs to “Age In Place.” With assistance from Cathy … Continue reading “Age In Place: How To Do It Successfully”
Retirement Age Maybe Too High
Retirement Age Maybe Too High In April, thousands of people took to the streets of Paris, France, to protest a new law that raised the retirement age from 60 to 64. Demonstrations were also held around the country to oppose reforms that lawmakers said were needed to continue financing the costly pension system. In the … Continue reading “Retirement Age Maybe Too High”