There is a constant flow of articles and news stories about the aging of the population, the needs of seniors (regardless of what country the might reside in), universal design,… Read more »
Aging in Place Insider Blog
“The Case For Only Using CAPS-Trained Contractors”
Wherever you go, licensed contractors aggressively try to get the unlicensed “contractors” off the streets. In areas where licensing is required – either as a business license or a more… Read more »
“Adding An Aging-In-Place Element To General Remodleing”
Remodeling is an activity that many people undertake to improve the quality and general livability of their homes. We generally think of remodeling as being done by homeowners although renters… Read more »
“What’s That You Say? March Is International Listening Month”
There are days, weeks, months, and even years devoted to commemorating various events and causes. It helps us celebrate or observe dates in history, important historical figures, and even some… Read more »
“Making Sense of Your Observations In A Home Assessment”
Home assessments are one of the foundations of creating effective aging in place solutions – whether there is a noticeable mobility or sensory condition to accommodate or not. Sometimes it’s… Read more »
“Remember When We Couldn’t Wait To Get Older?”
Think back to when we were young – very young. For some of us, that journey has a few more miles on it. Do you remember wanting to be old… Read more »
“Isn’t There A Better Name For Aging-In-Place?”
When people first hear about aging in place – especially those who are not at the age when they consider aging in place to officially begin – they are put… Read more »
“Aging-In-Place Solutions – Beginning With The End In Mind”
The late Stephen Covey, in his classic book about the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, made his fourth point “begin with the end in mind.” While this has applications… Read more »
“Another – Perhaps The Most Important – Reason For Removing Clutter From Homes”
Clutter is a subject that many people talk about and focus on – there are dozens of books on this subject. I’ve written posts on this before, and there will… Read more »
“Providing Wider Driveways Is An Effective Universal Design Feature”
Residential driveways typically match the garages they lead into. A double car garage has a double car driveway in front of it, and a single car garage has a one-car… Read more »