Today I had an appointment with future clients in my longtime "farm" area. Their future plans were in place. They own a second home in a lovely resort community not too far from here, and expect to turn this vacation house into the place where they will spend their retirement years.
But what if you would hate to leave your present home? Are there steps that can be taken to remain there?
Donna Christner-Lile, a Pleasanton, California-based counselor specializing in elder issues, tapped her experiences in caring for her aging mother in writing her book, Aging In Place: Safely Living in Your "Home Sweet Home" Until You're 100 Plus. She addresses practical issues that need to be addressed for people to successfully remain at home as they age. The book includes worksheets to evaluate home safety issues and existing support systems, outlines useful online resources for aging adults, and offers tips on finances and incorporating universal design principles.
For more information and to order the book, visit http://mentorcentral.com/book.htm
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