Frequently Asked Questions

Aging in Place is the ability to live in one’s home for as long as confidently and comfortably possible. Today, homeowners are able to remain in their houses longer than ever before by making smart design changes to their homes. Livability can be extended through the incorporation of a wide range of attractive home fixtures and products available to help aging and disabled individuals make their homes safer, more comfortable and convenient without sacrificing style. Most homes can be made more accessible with relatively simple modifications and the incorporation of universal design principles and other assistive technologies. Creating an Aging in Place plan can prevent unexpected events from turning into crises that compromise one’s ability to live independently, and Adaptable Home is here to help with that plan. There are 3 Scenarios of Aging in Place: Aging in place without urgent needs: This group includes individuals who want to stay in their current home, are not experiencing immediate health/mobility issues, and prefer Aging in Place and Universal Design conveniences. Many times this group starts to make decisions concerning their living environment before or around the time of retirement. Aging in Place with progressive condition-based needs: This group is made up of those with chronic or progressive conditions that will require special modifications for Aging in Place. These individuals are usually aware of their needs, but meeting them is not necessarily urgent. Many have chronic conditions such as diabetes and lung/heart disease that challenge them. Aging in Place with traumatic change needs: This group includes those who experienced an abrupt or immediate change that demands adjustments in the living environment for Aging in Place modifications and universal design. For more information about Aging in Place go to: www.ageinplace.org