Aging Life Care AssociationAging in Place Archives – Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/category/aging-in-place/ The experts in aging well. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:15:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cropped-ALCA_Logos_icon_cropped2-32x32.png Aging in Place Archives – Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/category/aging-in-place/ 32 32 93799987 Tips for Checking on Older Loved Ones during Holidays https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/tips-for-checking-on-aging-loved-ones-during-holidays/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 21:28:53 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3109 Whether you live down the block or across the country, holiday visits are a great opportunity to take a closer look at your older loved one and their surroundings. Take time to observe any changes in an older family member’s behaviors or lifestyle during dinners, gift exchanges, parties, etc. Changes may vary widely, from outwardly … Continue reading Tips for Checking on Older Loved Ones during Holidays →

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]]> 3109 Six things you can do right now to prevent falls at home https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/six-things-you-can-do-right-now-to-prevent-falls-at-home/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:50:51 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2550 The CDC reports one in four Americans aged 65 and older falls each year. With more seniors choosing to age in place and stay at home, the risk of falling increases. Here are some areas you can examine in your home right now to reduce the risk of falls.   Tips to prevent falls at … Continue reading Six things you can do right now to prevent falls at home →

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]]> 2550 Elder Abuse: Shattering Myths and Taking Action https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/june-15th-is-world-elder-abuse-awareness-day/ Mon, 09 Jun 2025 20:49:23 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2575 Elder Abuse Awareness: Shattering Myths and Taking Action //// By: Jullie Gray, DSW, MSW, LICSW, CMC – Aging Life Care Association™ Member   //// June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the abuse and neglect of older adults. This global event aims to foster a better understanding of … Continue reading Elder Abuse: Shattering Myths and Taking Action →

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]]> 2575 What Does It Mean to Be Age-Friendly? https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/what-does-it-mean-to-be-age-friendly/ Tue, 20 May 2025 21:37:56 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3785 By Jeremy C. Holloway, PhD We hear the term “age-friendly” a lot these days—but what does it really mean? Is it just about having grab bars in bathrooms and good lighting in hallways? Or is there more to it? The truth is, being age-friendly goes much deeper. It’s about creating environments—homes, communities, healthcare systems—where older … Continue reading What Does It Mean to Be Age-Friendly? →

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]]> 3785 Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/navigating-the-future-care-planning-for-solo-aging/ Wed, 12 Mar 2025 21:36:19 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3730 By Jennifer Crowley, RN, CLCP, CMC As we journey through life, planning for the future becomes an essential part of our well-being. For solo aging – individuals aging without a spouse, partner, or close family support –long-term care planning takes on added significance. Ensuring that your future needs are met and your wishes are honored … Continue reading Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging →

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]]> 3730 Clutter Is an Overlooked Safety Hazard for Seniors https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/clutter-is-an-overlooked-safety-hazard-for-seniors/ Tue, 25 Feb 2025 17:08:46 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3714 Clutter not only affects a person’s quality of life but also poses significant safety risks, especially for seniors. Consider these questions for yourself or a loved one: Are living conditions cramped and disorganized with too much “stuff”? Is it difficult to move freely from room to room? Are there enough open spaces to sit down … Continue reading Clutter Is an Overlooked Safety Hazard for Seniors →

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]]> 3714 Navigating Housing Options for Seniors: A Comprehensive Guide https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/navigating-housing-options-for-seniors-a-comprehensive-guide/ Thu, 09 Jan 2025 19:28:14 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3678 Choosing housing for older adults can be tricky because of all the different nomenclature used. When clients call an Aging Life Care professional, they usually have no knowledge of how each type of housing differs, or worse, they think a nursing home is the only real option for their loved one.   Kira Reginato, an experienced … Continue reading Navigating Housing Options for Seniors: A Comprehensive Guide →

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]]> 3678 Helping Seniors Age in Place: Identifying Functional Issues and Solutions https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/helping-seniors-age-in-place-identifying-functional-issues-and-solutions/ Wed, 16 Oct 2024 21:44:15 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3625 Aging in place offers seniors the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Addressing functional issues within the home environment is crucial to supporting seniors’ desires to live independently while ensuring their safety and well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore common functional issues that can … Continue reading Helping Seniors Age in Place: Identifying Functional Issues and Solutions →

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]]> 3625 Seven Signs That an Aging Parent Needs Help https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/seven-signs-that-an-aging-parent-needs-help/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 18:11:18 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=541 Does your aging parent need help? As an Aging Life Care™ advisor, I know how fiercely older adults want to maintain their independence. Many feel that their adult children don’t understand them or are making something out of nothing — a fall, a burnt pot, a call from the police station. They make promises to … Continue reading Seven Signs That an Aging Parent Needs Help →

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]]> 541 Tips for Rightsizing not Downsizing https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/tips-for-rightsizing-not-downsizing/ Thu, 11 Jul 2024 18:22:50 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=483 Practical Tips from an Expert As many aging adults face the prospect of leaving their homes for smaller living spaces, there are a few key strategies that can make the transition happen in a much less stressful and smooth fashion. I like to think of it as rightsizing, not downsizing. by Marie LeBlanc, BS, MBA … Continue reading Tips for Rightsizing not Downsizing →

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