The kitchen is one of the most loved rooms of the house - it's the place where everyone gathers and the place where we take care of our nutritional health. While we dream of (and plan) our homes in the future, let's take some time to gawk at these dreamy kitchens we found and note some of the features that make a kitchen for aging in place. Not …
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 …
What is a Wet Room?
If you are wondering just what is a wet room, you've come to the right place. AÂ wet room is essentially a bathroom with an open shower (or one that is behind some type of wall) with a shower floor that is flush with the rest of the bathroom. These rooms are generally completely tiled and water is handled through a drainage system that serves the …
5 Steps to a Healthier Heart in Late Life
Heart disease is already the leading cause of death in Americans, but the risk of heart disease increases as we age. Fortunately, heart disease is completely preventable. However, trying to keep heart healthy as we grow older can sometimes present new challenges such as overall health (i.e., flexibility, endurance), other ailments (i.e., arthritis …
Your City Isn’t Ready for Aging Boomers, But You Can Be
If you read a lot of news about aging Boomers, you've probably seen statistics about how they want to stay in their homes as long as they can. It shouldn't be a surprise that people want to live where they want to live. What is a surprise (or will be), is what that is going to mean to communities across the nation. And, specifically, yours. When …
Estate Planning: Four Documents Everyone Needs
When they hear the phrase “estate planningâ€, many people assume that the information that follows is for the wealthy. After all, most people don’t think of their money and property as an estate. But estate planning isn’t just about who gets what when you die. It also covers things like who makes decisions about the medical care you might need at …