If you saw our last tiny house movement article, you got to see some of our favorite tiny houses and get an introduction to the benefits of ownership. In this post, we’ll show you more outstanding homes and go over some of the need-to-know tips for building a tiny house of your own. Click images to enlarge This …
The Five Key Risks All Retirees Face
by Jeff Helms, CFA Over the next twenty years, roughly 79 million Americans will cross the threshold to retirement, joining the millions of folks that are already retired. Welcome to what we call “Generation R”. The Retirement Generation. In my years of retirement research, I’ve identified five common risks that all retirees face. These …
Fire Prevention Week 2014 October 5 – 11
Fire prevention week 2014 is October 5-11. It’s not just a once a year thing. Fire prevention strategies should be implemented all year round. But this October, Fire Prevention Week 2014 (October 5-11) allows us to point out some of the strategies everyone should be implementing in their homes – especially with so many people digging out the …
Senior Cell Phones – Jitterbug Dial
The Jitterbug Dial is causing quite a stir in the cell phone market. Specifically designed for seniors, this phone features a large display, back-lit and bright easy to see buttons, full keypad for dialing, simple “Yes” and “No” action buttons, quick operator button (Press “0" to reach a live Jitterbug operator), onscreen help and large text. It …
Parent Care Solutions Address Seniors Living Alone at Home
WALNUT CREEK, CA - August 21, 2014 A survey of seniors over 65 years living alone revealed that 21-23% stated their health care is only part of the quality care solution. Mark Hager, AgeInPlace.com Founder and Denise Yarmlak, SafeinHome.com Director of Marketing based in Walnut Creek, discussed several current family issues and how this …
Welcome to the New AgeInPlace.com
We're glad you're here. If you've been here before, you've probably noticed that some things have changed. We’ve been busy creating a fresh new look and more great content to help people who are aging in place. As well as a few new goodies from industry professionals. We're introducing some new sections and many improvements along with the new …