What are the areas in their homes that are best modified?

The areas in their homes that are best modified are the bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, hallways, and doorways.

Why would someone modify their home or the home of a loved one instead of going to a nursing home or assisted living?

Seniors prefer to age in place simply because their homes are a familiar environment filled with memories and due to feelings of security, dignity, quality of life and independence compared to nursing homes where they have no privacy and they would be living with strangers.

Who is your home built for?

Traditionally, many homes were tailored for an imaginary “average” person – a healthy, fit, young man of average height. Universal design uses simple, proven ideas to make any home more comfortable for a wide range of people:

• Families with young children
• People who want to stay in their homes as they grow older
• People who want to simplify their housekeeping
• People who are taller or shorter than average
• People who use wheelchairs or walkers

What is aging-in-place?

In plain English, aging-in-place means remaining in one’s home safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level. It means the pleasure of living in a familiar environment throughout one’s maturing years, and the ability to enjoy the familiar daily rituals and the special events that enrich all our lives. It means the reassurance of being able to call a house a “home” for a lifetime.