Successful aging in place takes planning. And, the benefits of living at home longer as you age can be huge.
However, it really does take some time to get a plan for your home that will meet your needs over time.
We all want to be as independent as possible. So, your goal should be to make changes in your life and home to promote your health, safety and ensure you’re able to get done all the activities of daily life.
If your goal is to stay at home as long as you can later in life, you’ll also need help from professionals with the skills and knowledge you can lean on.
You can click the image below to enlarge. Or, if you’d like to get a PDF of the infographic and read more, head on over to the National Institute on Aging, Aging in Place: Tips on Making Home Safe and Accessible page.