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An Aging In Place Discussion About the book: Small Space Organizing

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Guest Post: How Can a Stairlift Improve Your Independence?

Some older people do not want to live in a care home and want to remain independent with dignity. All people deserve to be comfortable within their home especially the elderly. There are many issues...

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The Aging Eye: Color and Lighting

As our eyes age, we begin seeing colors with more of a yellow cast. This is much like a newspaper yellowing over time. Our eyes see less sharply and clearly and we need more light. The muscles are not...

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Guest Post: How to Transform a Traditional Bathroom into an Accessible Haven

  Traditional bathrooms are ideal for adding distinction to a home, whether through claw foot tubs, or via brass and cast iron fixtures, offering a more decorative alternative to modern bathrooms....

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Aging In Place Remodeling Focuses on Remodeling For Easy Living, Comfort and...

It’s design that is practical, functional, and efficient and yes, even beautiful: it is about making the home more livable now and in the future. Planning for and including some of the following...

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Are You One of the Shortsighted Home Remodelers Not Planning For Your Future?

There was an AARP study done that basically said more than four in five Americans over the age of 55 plan to remain in their homes for as long as possible. Unfortunately, if you are in this group,...

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Making an Aging in Place Seniors’ Bedroom Safer Without Having to Remodel

Beth is an active 90-year-old woman who lives alone in her one level townhouse. She has lived alone for many years and has a good support network of family and friends from church. Beth is John’s...

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Guest Post: Working with the Elderly – Our Comprehensive Solution to a...

Disclaimer: I make no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of this guest post and accept no liability for its content. Any opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the opinions of my own:...

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Choose Finishes Carefully if Planning to Age in Place

The number one key to choosing finishes for Aging in Place is to consider yourself and your family and not just make the space “pretty.”  Take this scenario, you have a nice space to call home, walls...

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Practical Tips When Planning to Travel with Seniors

Guest post compliments of Ashley O’Connor: Taking a trip with seniors is a good way to help them fight off boredom.  Traveling is also a perfect means for the senior citizens to relax.  Upon reaching...

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Aging in Place, Aging Eyes and Color Choices

Elsie and John are seniors who have chosen to age in place.  Their kids are trying to help and have decided they should paint the walls in their parents home. Elsie and John would like to go with...

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Guest Post: The Barrier Free Mission

This Guest Post is brought to you by Todd A. Stull, President of Alone Eagle Remodeling, LLC.  Alone Eagle Remodeling is a specialty Bathroom Remodeling Contractor in the Harrisburg, PA area. With more...

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Guest Post: Gardening and Landscaping for Aging in Place by Fleeting...

I write a blog called “Fleeting Architecture” ( http://gardenaginginplace.com ) about my successes and failures to age in place in my garden. My Dear Husband (DH in my blog) is a talented photographer...

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An Aging in Place Couple Want to Remodel Their Bathroom

Tilly and Harold, a couple of mature seniors living in their fifty year old home are looking to make their bathroom comfortable and safer. They contacted a CAPS (Certified Aging in Place Specialist)...

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Seniors contemplate what to do with their income tax refund Universal design and home improvement for the long-term does not have to be expensive.  If you received or are receiving a refund on your tax...

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Aging in Place with a Tub to Shower Conversion

This Guest Post is brought to you by Todd A. Stull, President of Alone Eagle Remodeling LLC. Alone Eagle Remodeling is a specialty Bathroom Remodeling Contractor in the Harrisburg, PA area. A few...

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Color and Lighting and Your Aging Eyes

Over the years, I have been fascinated by color and the science of color.  I have taken numerous classes and completed a Color Consultant Certification a few years ago.  I even did color testing on my...

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Social Media: Keeping in Touch with Friends and Family

Social media sites such as Facebook don’t have to be just a place where your grandchildren play with their friends.  It can be a powerful tool to help you connect to loved ones in faraway areas and...

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Guest Post: 2013 and Beyond: the Future of Social Media

Written by David Glenn, Father, Husband and Sustainability Writer Hey, remember “My Space?” Me too, sort of. I think there was something about music and colorful backgrounds, but I can’t really say for...

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Guest Post: Keeping Occupied During Retirement

Keeping Occupied During Retirement submitted by Ken Myers, president of Morningsidenannies.com We all strive to have a fruitful life and anticipate the day when we can retire. However, do you have a...

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