Aging in place happens whether we, as aging in place specialists, get the opportunity to help people do this or not. Nevertheless, the more we understand the needs of people… Read more »
Aging in Place Insider Blog
“Aging In Place Is About Accommodating Differences In Human Performance Needs”
Aging in place design considerations and treatments, as opposed to other types of designs for general access such as universal design and visitable design, focuses on addressing individual needs on… Read more »
“As We Age In Place, Falling Is Never Fun & Can Be Extremely Dangerous”
Falling accidentally and unexpectedly, at most any age, especially when we fall forward can be uncomfortable and potentially quite hazardous. It can be fatal in extreme cases. There are times,… Read more »
“Everyone Is Aging In Place, Not Just Seniors”
Of course, everyone is aging. There is no denying it or stopping it. Anyone alive is getting older – aging. Everything around us is getting older also – our cars,… Read more »
“Aging In Place Is A True Housing Option Available To Anyone”
We hear and see a lot of discussion about the need for housing our aging population and providing suitable living units for them, yet most already have a home they… Read more »
“Visitable Home Design Shows Others That We Care About Them”
Regardless of the time of year, people enjoy having visitors come to their home – because they have invited them for dinner, cocktails, a pool party, to watch a movie… Read more »
“Our Homes Don’t Help Us Age In Place Well If We Can’t Use Them Effectively”
Accessibility is frequently discussed in relation to how people are able to enter into their homes, businesses, places of employment, and other buildings. Clearly, we want it to be easy… Read more »
“A Small Budget Is No Deterrent To Making Aging In Place Renovations”
When it comes to making aging in place renovations, budget often leads the discussion about what can and cannot be done to help our clients live and function more comfortably… Read more »
“Universal Design Levels The Playing Field For Aging In Place Needs”
While aging in place designs are specific to the client’s needs, the individual household we are working in, and the characteristics of that particular home, there are many elements we… Read more »
“Safety Considerations Take Precedence In Aging In Place Designs”
No matter how we approach working with our aging in place clients, and regardless of their profile (age, ability, income, style or age of housing, or household size), the one… Read more »