Tag archive for ‘age-in-place’

A Studio for Aging in Place

A Studio for Aging in Place

Ruth Mullen of The Oregonian brings us this look at a studio designed with future aging in mind.  While this may seem more applicable to home care solutions, it does give an eye-opening look at design considerations for the elderly.

A smaller home can be a big change for retirees

A smaller home can be a big change for retirees

This Associated Press article on Newsday.com discusses an important issue surrounding senior care:  The transition from one living environment to another.

Bee Hive Homes touts non-institutional, homelike environment

Bee Hive Homes touts non-institutional, homelike environment

A look at an “age-in-place” facility in Idaho:
“We take care of all levels of care,” Manning said. “As people age in place and need nursing, we bring in home health care. As they approach the end of life, we bring hospice in.”
Another upgraded feature is the food, Manning said. Dietician-planned meals are [...]