3 min readWhen it comes to aging in place modifications, the professionals you hire bring technical skill — but not personal knowledge of how you live in your home. This post explains the gap between the two, why it matters for your project, and three questions to ask yourself before calling anyone.
2 min readIf you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to prepare your home to age in place, this post offers a different entry point. Here are practical, DIY aging-in-place changes that make a real daily difference — and the unexpected thing they reveal about what you want to do next.
3 min readThere’s a reason you keep almost bringing it up and then don’t.
Almost mentioning it to your husband. Almost googling “bathroom modifications for aging.” Almost saying something to your sister last time she visited, and you noticed how you both hesitated at the top of the stairs.
Almost. And then something stops you.
2 min readIf you’ve been meaning to think seriously about aging in place but haven’t quite gotten around to it, you’re not alone — and the reasons are worth understanding.
3 min readBidet toilets have transitioned from luxury items to essential fixtures in modern bathrooms. They appeal to consumers of all ages for their luxury, but are perfect for those who want to age in place.
6 min readWith these 3 levels of modifications you can make to prepare your kitchen to age in place, you make the space serve you better NOW as well as in the future.
4 min readEven if you don’t yet need grab bars, etc., here are three levels of modifications you can make to prepare your bathroom to age in place.
6 min readUniversal design has been around for 20+ years, but people still don’t understand it. Here are 5 universal design myths you need to know about.
5 min readBalancing independence with real community is central to the goal of aging in place. Tiny house communities are a new twist on an old concept.
8 min readTwo out of every 5 owners of tiny houses are 50+. Is switching to a tiny house in retirement right for you? Let’s look at pros and cons.
6 min readMany people think universal design is the same thing as handicap-accessible. But UD is much more comprehensive. Here’s why universal design matters to you.
6 min readMarketers tout new products that promote successful aging. But how do you determine if it’s healthy aging fact or fiction? Test your knowledge.
Take this 45-second quiz to see how ready your home is to support you as you grow older!