Have you ever wanted a quick reference for aging-in-place issues? Are you wondering how to incorporate some aesthetically pleasing designs into your projects? If so, the Aging-In-Place Design Checklists might be suited to your needs. The checklists below contain features you may want to consider for your next new construction or renovation project. They also give you a quick reference for [...]
Maureen Flak, an RN for almost 40 years, received her initial training in disaster response from the American Red Cross and USAF hospitals. Currently a Congregational Nurse for Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, she also works with the refugee community for Church World Service. Many who live in the Piedmont may have become somewhat complacent about the possibility of a “disaster” [...]
By: Steve Johnson AIA, CGP Southern Evergreen Purchasing or renovating a home is usually one of the largest investments you will ever make, financially and emotionally. Many memories and special moments occur in your home, and in return it offers you years of service and function. Often, the thought of leaving your home because it no longer meets your needs can [...]
One out of three senior adults fall each year. One quarter of the falls result in serious injury requiring admission to a nursing home. Falls are the sixth leading cause of death for seniors 70 and beyond. Some basic steps for boomers to take in planning their new home. Locate at least one bedroom and bath on the main floor. Avoid [...]
The act of pushing up to open a Double or Single Hung window may be more stressful on the back and hands as people age. Easy-to-operate windows, such as Casement windows require no lifting action. The crank-out system with a side-hinged sash opens outward for ventilation. Seniors looking for a smaller crank-out window style option might consider Awning and Hopper [...]
By: Guide to Retirement Living Staff We hear all the time about the “graying” of America, as Baby Boomers get set to retire. And these Baby Boomers, for the most part, plan to stay put in their own homes. In fact, a recent AARP survey examining the opinions of Americans over the age of 45 on current and future housing [...]
As a person ages, everyday activities often become challenging. This results in a lower quality of life on many levels, from the physical to the psychological. The results of a unique home intervention study showed that individualizing home evaluations and involving the patient in decision-making can have a dramatic positive effect on functional abilities. The following interview with Laura N. [...]
Countless studies have shown that homeowners overwhelmingly prefer to age in a familiar place, but when daily life can become too much to manage, substantial home alternations may be necessary. Certified Aging-In-Place specialists (CAPS) can help reconcile the need for a familiar environment with the need to prioritize safety and accessibility. Such specialists have been trained in the specific needs [...]
Families know life is full of unforeseen obstacles. Modifying the home to incorporate cutting-edge, barrier-free living features will help enrich the lives of active families as they change over time. Homes with universal design features aren’t just for those who want to grow old and stay put. They are for families at any life stage, who want the peace of [...]
You may be only a step away from becoming a victim of the leading cause of unintentional home injuries-falls. The Home Safety Council reports, that nearly 5.1 million Americans are injured each year as a result from falls in and around the home. While people of every age are vulnerable to falls, older adults are particularly at risk. However, there [...]
