According to a 2010 survey by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), nearly 75% of respondents (all of whom were aged 45 and older) strongly agreed with the statement “what I’d really like to do is stay in my current residence for as long as possible.” But in order for your loved ones to [...]
When your loved one is aging at home, one of the most important areas to modify is the bathroom. Aging adults will want to maintain their privacy and independence in this area of the home, and buying and installing a bath lift can make this possible. If this is your first time buying a bathtub [...]
When planning for aging at home, one of the most important factors to consider is whether or not your home is wheelchair accessible; everyday activities that were previously simple, such as entering and exiting your home, opening cabinets, or using the bathroom can become difficult and even frustrating. Luckily, you can plan ahead for home [...]
You have a million thoughts going through your mind before your aging parent enters a knee or hip surgery, and in the midst of getting ready for the surgery, you may forget to prepare your home or your parent’s home for when they return from a successful surgery. Here’s a checklist of things to help [...]
When your parents begin to age, you and your family are faced with the difficult decision of whether to help your parents age in a nursing home or in the comfort of their own home. While you will consider factors such as cost, comfort, socializing, and more, you will also want to consider disease risk, [...]
If your aging parent or a loved one is having a hard time getting up and down the stairs in their multi-story home, it may be time to install a Home Access Products stair lift, such as the Summit SL350 Stairlift. A stair lift takes up less space than a ramp or an elevator, and it [...]
Watching a loved one cope with the onset of Alzheimer’s can be a devastating time, and one of the most difficult decisions you will make during this time is where your loved one should age. A nursing home or assisted living facility is an option, of course, but in some circumstances, it may be more [...]
When your parents begin aging at home, the best defense is a good offense- by that, we mean having a strong plan in place to help your parent age comfortably and safely at home. That's where CAPS Certified Home Builders come in. CAPS stands for Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist, and as America continues to get older [...]
Caring for an aging parent can be a stressful process. You may worry about their health, the future, and whether they're getting the care they need. While these concerns are valid, there are ways to reduce your stress and ensure that you're doing all you can to help your parents age comfortably at home. First, [...]
When your parent(s) begin to age, a major concern about their health is the possibility of a dangerous slip or fall in their home. One in three adults over 65 falls each year, and the resulting health problems can range in severity from minor scrapes and bruises to hip fractures or head trauma. Luckily, slips [...]
