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Aging in Place Insider Blog
“Listening Between The Lines For More Effective Communication”
We know how important listening is for communication in general. It’s even more important for understanding the needs of our aging in place clients and consumers while we are meeting… Read more »
“Connecticut CAPS Classes Well-Attended & Well-Received”
We just finished offering the three-days of classes for the CAPS (Certified Aging In Place Specialist)) designation in Hartford, Connecticut at the New England Assistive Technology (“NEAT”) Center at Oak… Read more »
“Saying ‘No’ Is Helpful In Another Way For Our Business”
Yesterday, we talked about the importance – and necessity – of being able to say “no” occasionally to people as a strategic response for undue requests on our time. It… Read more »
“Saying ‘No’ Often is The Correct – Though Possibly Unpopular – Response”
As little kids growing up, we didn’t think much of hearing the word “no” from our parents, teachers, and others older than us, but now that we are grown, we… Read more »
“Our Ears Are An Extremely Valuable Assessment Tool Also”
We already looked at how vital our observations are in doing an aging in place evaluation or assessment. As we visit the potential client’s home and look around us to… Read more »
“Celebrating The OT During Occupational Therapy Month”
Each April, we celebrate Occupational Therapy Month. This is the special time when we recognize the role and the achievements of occupational therapists (“OTs”) for working with people who require some modifications… Read more »
“Our Eyes Are Crucial Tools For Effective Assessments”
To begin an aging in place renovation or remodeling so that we can determine what is appropriate to recommend or suggest to our potential clients – regardless of how simple… Read more »
Let’s Set The Example And Clean & Organize Our Home First”
The idea of spring cleaning seems to come right along with the season. Spring signals a rebirth, a fresh start, a clean slate, and a good feeling. So, it’s natural… Read more »
“Paint Is A Wonderful Aging-In-Place Tool”
Paint has a magical quality that can help us transform any space or object into something new – even when the item being painted is not changed other than in… Read more »