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“So, Is It Universal Design Or Aging In Place We Should Focus On Doing?”
Aging in place as a strategy and universal design as a concept are closely related but very different at the same time. Their purposes are different. So how do we know… Read more »
“Sometimes Aging In Place Familiarity Can Make Us Takes Risks That We Shouldn’t”
As we get older and remain in our homes longer, we can sometimes fail to appreciate how our aging might affect our abilities. Not needing to be frightened about remaining… Read more »
“Older Homes Present Many Challenges For Aging In Place Upgrades”
Homes are built to last – much different from other consumer products such as appliances, automobiles, and soft goods. It’s not unusual to find homes in relatively good condition that… Read more »
“For An Effective Aging In Place & Front Entry Visitability Model, Think Of Trick-Or-Treaters”
At this time of year, Halloween may seem a long way off, but it will be here soon enough. Even if we live in an area that is not visited… Read more »
“‘Sensing’ Changes In Our Clients For Aging In Place Solutions”
From a very early age, we are cognizant of our five senses – sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell. Some of us find that one or more or those senses… Read more »
“For Aging In Place Solutions, Tools Are Meant To Be Used”
Potential is just that – something that can or might occur but likely won’t without some other force or action intervening or stimulating it. We have it before we tee… Read more »
“Mobility Concerns Factor Into Aging In Place Planning & Design”
When we think of mobility, the first thought might be of how we move about and venture from place to place. This includes walking (unaided or with some assistance), but… Read more »
“A Totally Inexpensive Way (Perhaps Even Profitable) Way To Age In Place”
As we age in place and remain in our homes over time – regardless of our current age, abilities, or when we began our tenure – we often need to… Read more »
“Aging In Place Can Be A Noun, Verb, Or Adjective Depending On How We Apply It”
Is aging in place a noun? Yes. Is it a verb – transitive or intransitive? Yes, to both. Is it an adjective? Yes, again. Interesting how it can be all… Read more »