“Planning ahead is hard because you never know how your needs might change. The first step is to think about the kinds of help you might want in the near future.” –
9 out of 10 seniors would prefer to continue aging at home as long as possible. The concept of aging in place appeals to seniors because it allows them to continue daily routines in the comfort of home.
However, aging in place may not be as simple as it seems. There are steps seniors should take to make this choice a reality. This timeline walks you through the steps you should take throughout your life to allow you to age in place.
“Planning ahead is hard because you never know how your needs might change. The first step is to think about the kinds of help you might want in the near future.” –
"Staying in the space that’s your own – that’s tied to so many meaningful memories – it simply feels more comfortable. It provides you with a feeling of greater independence than you’d have moving into a facility."
– Kristin Hicks
Senior Advisor
"Aging in place lets you live the life you want to live, gives you the safety you need, the independence you deserve, and strengthens your relationships with the people who you consider the most important to you."
– AgingInPlace.org
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