Many people think that modifying their home for aging in place will have a negative impact on the value of their home by making it look sterile and hospital like. If modifications are done properly, they not only look good, but they can help you stay in your home longer, keep you safe, and increase the future demand for your home. The following …
Eldercare Planning
Eldercare planning is one of those topics many people don't like to discuss (that includes seniors, the elderly and their children). Planning for your future is responsible and loving. Responsible, since you are making choices about your life, your care and ultimately, your wishes. Loving, because instead of leaving the decisions that affect your …
Long Term Care Government Policy Possibilities : LeadingAge Pathways
The LeadingAge Finance Reform Task Force recently produced a comprehensive report identifying 7 possible pathways our nation can take to change how we plan and pay for long-term care. Since long term care is something that most everyone will need at some point and the cost of this care has outpaced most people's ability to pay for it, finding a …
Home Automation Can Be a Help for Family Caregivers
As a caregiver, you want the best possible quality of life for your loved one. You want them to be safe, comfortable and enjoy their home life. Well, home automation can be a help for family caregivers,Β helping you have more peace of mind knowing they are doing just that. In a previous article, we discussed how home automation and aging in place …
Services
Since your physical capabilities decline as you age, your need for aging in place services will increase as your likely to need assistance with things that you were once able to do yourself. Some of these things might be: Transportation (to doctor appointments, social engagements, etc.) Shopping (grocery, personal items, etc.) Home …
Luxury Bathroom Remodeling: Alice Danis
Our client wanted a spa like bathroom that would be easy for her to use in her senior years. Everything here was custom made to fit our clients petite stature. The recessed shower was filled in and a walk in shower was created with a bench, grab bars, body sprays, hand held shower and fixed shower. The cabinetry is a perfect height for her to do …