Home modifications for seniors can include anything from installing a shower bench or bars to an entire ground-floor primary suite, so you don’t have to walk up and down stairs. Joanne ...

Independence isn't about refusing help; it's about building systems that let you live on your terms. Here's something I've ...

As baby boomers age, the majority want to continue living independently in their homes, otherwise known as aging in place. About 78% of homeowners over the age of 60 prefer this option over moving ...

Home modifications are changes made to one's home, that make daily activities easier. As we age, having a well-adapted home that meets our individual needs is important. Many homes however, are not ...

The task of outfitting a home for a disabled person can seem daunting. And certainly, making these home modifications often does take time and cost money. But they can significantly improve quality of ...

Some 12.1% of adults in the United States have a mobility disability, which means home modifications need to be made in order to stay in their homes. Aging in place has become a popular choice for ...

The data is clear: Older adults, when contemplating future living arrangements, would prefer to remain in their homes as long as feasibly possible. But for those who own homes with features or layouts ...

The Lorain County Office on Aging is continuing its home modification program that can help older adults in the area install ramps, grab bars, hand rails and more in their homes for free. The program ...

Tap into the resources available from states, nonprofits, developers and housing groups to make spaces work for families of all abilities. By Jaclyn Greenberg Jaclyn Greenberg is a freelance writer ...

As they get older, many – even most – Americans prefer to remain in their own homes as long as they can, or “age in place.” But to do that, many will need to make their residences safer and easier to ...