Seniors contemplate what to do with their income tax refund Universal design and home improvement for the long-term does not have to be expensive. If you received or are receiving a refund on your tax return, one great way to spend that money is to complete some simple home improvement with an eye … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Gardening and Landscaping for Aging in Place by Fleeting Architecture’s Shenandoah Kepler
March 23, 2013 By
I write a blog called “Fleeting Architecture” ( http://gardenaginginplace.com ) about my successes and failures to age in place in my garden. My Dear Husband (DH in my blog) is a talented photographer and takes beautiful pictures that I share in the blog. There are many sites about aging … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Gardening and Landscaping for Aging in Place by Fleeting Architecture’s Shenandoah Kepler
March 23, 2013 By
I write a blog called “Fleeting Architecture” ( http://gardenaginginplace.com ) about my successes and failures to age in place in my garden. My Dear Husband (DH in my blog) is a talented photographer and takes beautiful pictures that I share in the blog. There are many sites about aging … [Read more...]
Practical Tips When Planning to Travel with Seniors
February 9, 2013 By
Guest post compliments of Ashley O’Connor: Taking a trip with seniors is a good way to help them fight off boredom. Traveling is also a perfect means for the senior citizens to relax. Upon reaching the golden age, most seniors just stay at home and do simple activities to occupy their … [Read more...]
Choose Finishes Carefully if Planning to Age in Place
February 5, 2013 By
The number one key to choosing finishes for Aging in Place is to consider yourself and your family and not just make the space “pretty.” Take this scenario, you have a nice space to call home, walls need to be painted and new flooring chosen, and basically you want to redo your space. … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Working with the Elderly – Our Comprehensive Solution to a Client’s Mobility Problems
January 10, 2013 By
Disclaimer: I make no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of this guest post and accept no liability for its content. Any opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the opinions of my own: As someone who works with the elderly, I often provide solutions to a number of problems … [Read more...]
Making an Aging in Place Seniors’ Bedroom Safer Without Having to Remodel
January 1, 2013 By
Beth is an active 90 year old woman who lives alone in her one level townhome. She has lived alone for many years and has a good support network of family and friends from church. Beth is John’s cousin and they talk weekly. John has mentioned how he and his wife Elsie are searching for a home to … [Read more...]
