I hope you will agree “Why You Should Remodel to ‘Age in Place’ Now“ on PBS’s Next Avenue Website takes a different tack. I look forward to your comments on their website and mine. Thanks to editor Suzanne Gerber with whom I enjoyed working on the article and to Next … [Read more...]
Sustainable Housing and Universal Design
February 25, 2013 By
A recent Washington Post article describes a new passive design home. I’ve know the term passive design since my college days. It was one of the ‘low energy lifestyle’ ideas that lead me to the construction industry. Now this is called green building..and there is a Passive House … [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...]
DON’T miss Universal Design Summit 5
December 11, 2012 By
From garage bands to prom themes getting the name right is impossible. From the Chevy Nova’s poor showing in Mexico (No VA means doesn’t go) to the bizarre switch from Datsun to Nissan name choosing has occupied too much time, energy and conversation. In my 20+ years in home … [Read more...]
Will A Robot Become My New Best Friend?
December 3, 2012 By
Will a Robot Become My Best Friend? True to the way technology is ever-expanding, it was only a matter of time before robotics made their way into the everyday lives of people, particularly seniors. Robotics has become extraordinarily common in many arenas, such as medical surgery and … [Read more...]
Arcadian Lighting presents: Interiors For Seniors
November 7, 2012 By
Arcadian Lighting presents: Interiors For Seniors Great article reviewing Interiors for Seniors room design elements and nice lighting. Pictures are stunning. Click to view slideshow. Accessible Living Design and Aging in Place floor transition ideas. Aging in Place professional for assisting … [Read more...]
Destination Home is the winner of the Homes for Life Award From the National Association of Home Builders
October 23, 2012 By
For the second year in a row, Marnie Renda of Cincinnati’s Destination Home, is the recipient of the Homes for Life Award from the National Association of Home Builders. This award is given to exception residential universal design projects. Read … Continue reading → … [Read more...]
Sustainable, Livable Communities & Aging in Place
October 19, 2012 By
I presented at the American Planning Association – Delaware/Maryland Annual Conference today. I was asked onto the panel by the impressive Debra Young, an occupational therapist and owner of of Empowerability, LLC. The other esteemed panelist was Alex Chen, Ph.D., a planning professor from … [Read more...]
