AK designed this beautiful aging in place shower with style and function in mind. The homeowner wanted a shower they could feel safe in no matter their age. AK used small tiles in a herringbone pattern on the floor which created a very slip-resistant surface. They installed a teak wood shower seat which could be flipped up when not in use. Finally, …
Aging in Place Bathroom Remodel: Abbie Sladick
This condominium remodel balances beauty and accessibility to meet the present and future needs of our client’s changes in physical ability. This project features many Aging in Place home modifications and innovative applications of standard building materials to create a residence that reflects personal style and timeless design. note: click …
How Aging in Place is Like Being a Girl Scout
The Girl Scouts have had an incredibly positive influence on the lives of millions of women. And, with good reason: they teach girls to be good citizens and inspire them to be the absolute best they can be. You might think it odd to find an article about the Girl Scouts on a site that focuses on the latter years of one's life. However, I think …
Does Ongoing Education Reduce Chances of Dementia?
The number of Americans with Alzheimer’s disease will increase 40 percent in the next 12 years, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. That’s a pretty scary statistic, especially for Baby Boomers looking forward to retirement. Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death, and one in three seniors die with either Alzheimer’s or another …
New ‘Healthy Living Community’ Integrates People of All Ages
If you've ever thought, “I’m too young for a retirement community,” then there might be a solution for you – a continuing care retirement community that fully integrates people of all ages into one community. A new “Healthy Living Community” is an all-ages village that is being constructed in Liberty, Mo., and shows a progressive leap in how we …