When a loved one is getting older, suffering from a serious health condition, or simply living alone, we tend to worry about them a fair bit. After all, you never know what might happen.
The same is true if we find ourselves in a similar situation and are worried about our health and well being. Will we be able to call for help should we need it?
The vast majority of seniors want to maintain their independence by aging in place in their own homes. However, we all undergo physical changes as we age. If you’re hoping to age in place safely and comfortably, then your home should change right along with you.
Many homes require a mix of structural renovations, enhanced safety features, and decor changes. There are also a number of “smart home” solutions that increase safety and peace of mind for seniors and their families.
A stair lift and help a senior mobility, a key part of aging in place. But will Medicare pay for a stair lift?
Traditional and Supplemental Medicare policies don’t cover stair lifts (sometimes called chair lifts or glide lifts), but seniors who need one may still be able to get financial help. Other possibilities include Medicare Advantage plans, Veterans Administration benefits, Medicaid eligibility, and state home improvement assistance programs.
A caregiving journey is riddled with challenges, and the one you’ll encounter often is the danger of elder injuries.
Over 90% of seniors say that aging in place is their preferred way of living. But to allow seniors to remain in their homes as long as possible, their bathroom may need a senior safety makeover to accommodate their physical challenges.
It is calculated that approximately one in four citizens over the age of 65 falls each year. One-fifth of falls result in injury needing to be treated in the emergency room, with older adults being treated for fall-related injuries every 11 seconds. Read more →