The idea that builders can anticipate what a person wants in a home that plans on remaining in it for years – aging in place – is wonderful but impractical. Would that builders could have a crystal ball to be able to include features that a person would need over time to make that home… Read more »

We can call it denial or procrastination – or we can call it a positive outlook on life. We can proclaim that everyone is getting older and that it’s time the oldest Baby Boomer who have been in denial get on board and start facing the realities of aging – whatever those are. Speaking of… Read more »

As we get ready, in just a few short weeks, to embark on a new year, we need to be prepared to sustain our business and provide the services to our clients for which we are known. We must generate the new business leads and identify opportunities to support our efforts, find clients who want… Read more »

As people get older and find that they have occupied the same home for many years, it’s comforting for them to keep on living in that sane home – even when it may not be perfect or ideal for their needs and lifestyle. There are so many things in life that require our attention, from… Read more »

Looking at the big picture of aging in place, there are so many different types of needs, desires, budgets, and living spaces that we need to consider as we create effective designs and treatments to allow people to remain in their homes long-term. We focus on creating total accessibility for a range of mobility issues from… Read more »

We go with the seasons and prepare to help people make the most of their living environment depending on the time of year that it is. It doesn’t seem that long ago that we were bidding farewell to wintertime and welcoming the spring. Now, wintertime is back – all too quickly – and we need… Read more »

The beautiful aspect of aging in place is that is doesn’t require any special or overt action to accomplish. As aging in place specialists, we encourage people to take thoughtful steps to help them stay in their homes more safely and comfortably, but whether they do or not, aging in place can be accomplished by simply continuing… Read more »

Universal design is a popular, trending topic, but there is some confusion over what it is and isn’t and just exactly how it should be used. It is older than most people probably think (dating back seven decades), but it still remains a mystery to many people. It is a design strategy or a way… Read more »

As aging in place becomes more popular, with the vast majority of seniors desiring to stay in their current homes indefinitely, a frequent concern with those contemplating remaining where they are is just what constitutes the ideal aging in place home. Alternately, for those people who are a little younger or looking to move into… Read more »

Reflecting on how quickly the years have passed Like many things in life, we don’t always plan that well for the future. This is true for some people more than others. Some people begin planning their retirement the day they take their first job out of college (or even while in college). Conversely, some people… Read more »