Aging in Place is the ability to live at home for as long as possible and without barriers to independence despite ones abilities or ailments. Aging in Place is accomplished by implementing universal design elements in the organization, structure and architecture of your home.
Aging in Place facts
- 90% of seniors want to stay in their own homes as they age*
- Pre-retirees make home modifications or build new homes to live at home as long as possible**
- Home modifications may increase the value of your home
- Home modifications can help you save money from medical expenses due to falls
- Falls are the leading cause of injury-related emergency room visits in people over 65**
How can we help you?
As Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS) our services facilitate Aging in Place. We work with 55+ baby-boomers & senior citizens to create a living space that enables functional independence throughout the maturing years. Our Home Assessment is designed to provide environmental solutions for Aging in Place while our online store carries gift packages & products for specific Aging in Place needs.
Why Rx Home Design?
Our understanding of the environmental, physical and emotional needs of the baby-boomer generation and geriatric populations yields from over 13 years of combined clinical and managerial experience in Occupational Therapy departments of skilled nursing facilities, long term care facilities, hospitals, Alzheimer's units, Home Health settings, and Assisted & Independent Living communities.
Please contact us for more information or to schedule an appointment.
*AARP
**MetLife Mature Marketing Institute
