Seven simple steps to senior bathroom safety

Phoenix Area Real EstateOne in three seniors over the age of 65 will experience at least one fall annually, according to the Centers for Disease Control.

The bathroom is one of the most dangerous rooms in the home for the elderly. Slick floors, small spaces, sharp edges and few things to grasp make mobility difficult and increase chances for dangerous falls.  [Read more...]


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Addressing the four most common post-retirement challenges

Maricopa Real EstateThere are plenty of reasons to rejoice about retirement – more time to spend with your family, the ability to travel more and the opportunity to pursue your true passions.

And today’s retirees can also appreciate the fact that on average, people continue to outlive previous generations.

Most people enjoy retirement even more than they expect. A recent study by The Hartford and the MIT AgeLab confirmed that 64 percent of people less than 10 years away from retirement said they expected to feel happier in retirement. And when those who were already retired were surveyed, 77 percent said they were happier in retirement than they were when they were working. [Read more...]


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How the right home updates help seniors age well at home

Phoenix Arizona Real EstateWhether you are a senior yourself, or have a loved one who is older, living independently in the home is a priority.

With the right precautions and a few necessary safety modifications, many seniors can continue to thrive in their own homes.

The room that poses the most danger to seniors is the bathroom. The potential for slips and falls is greater in this part of the home – 75 percent of fall injuries occur in the bathroom — making it a good place to focus your renovation energy. Have you considered updating these parts of the bathroom? [Read more...]


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Caring for Mom and Dad: cost-effective tips to create an accessible bathroom

Many boomers caring for their aging parents don’t realize that their bathroom is the most important room in the house.

Remodeling a bathroom for an elderly parent can make life not only safer, but also more enjoyable, improving comfort and personal dignity. Temporary fixes like plastic bathtub seats and toilet frames with elevated seats can be rickety, but even worse, they can be depressing and demoralizing.

Upgrading to new fixtures built with accessibility in mind can cost less than you might think. Upgrading helps maintain independent living for the elderly, and is a wise investment for any home, given that anyone can experience temporary disabilities, such as surgery or broken bones. [Read more...]


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Don’t gamble with your golden years

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Will you have enough money for retirement? That question may keep you up at night.

Or you may avoid thinking about it altogether.

“What scares me for this country, especially for the baby boomer generation, is that many people will have to rely on their investment smarts in managing retirement funds,” says economist Steven Weisbart of the Insurance Information Institute. “Many have no training, or interest, in managing money.”

One possible solution? Annuities – contracts sold by life insurance companies that offer a guaranteed stream of income for those golden years. [Read more...]


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Easy healthy eating tips for on-the-go adults

Phoenix HomesThe warm summer months are a great time to hit the road and visit friends and family, but keeping up a healthy diet while on-the-go or traveling can be a challenge.

Skipping meals, indulging in fast food or relying on unhealthy snacks can leave you feeling sluggish when you finally reach your destination. Balanced nutrition is essential to maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle, especially as we age.

Decreasing appetite and changes in taste can occur when people get older. This can make it difficult to eat nutritionally balanced meals on a regular basis, and being away from home is one more challenge. In addition, inadequate intake of nutrients is common in older adults. Fortunately, there are some simple tips that can help anyone stick to a nutrient-packed meal plan when they are on the road or just on-the-go. [Read more...]


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Remodeling For Aging Will Help Sell Your Home Tomorrow

Phoenix Real Estate TrendsOnly one in 10 adults believes this is a good time to sell a home, according to Fannie Mae’s September 2011 National Housing Survey.

If you’re on hold in the real estate market, now is the time to get your house in order – literally. Make the right changes today, and you’ll get a better price tomorrow.

But before you invest in a home-improvement project, consider your potential buyers with this fact in mind: More than 3.5 million baby boomers turn 55 each year, according to the 2010 U.S. Census. Since people aged 45 to 64 make up more than a quarter of today’s U.S. population, there’s a good chance you’ll be selling to someone in this age group. Will your home appeal to them? [Read more...]


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