As you get older, your needs can change in various ways. Not only are your nutritional needs different, but so are the ways you move around your house. Everyone doesn’t to give up their familiar abode ...

According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Protection, falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults, sending more than two million to the Emergency Room every year. With over 25 ...

There are adaptations to homes that can make them easier and safer for activities such as bathing, cooking, and climbing stairs, as well as alterations to the physical structure of the home to improve ...

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 ...

Adding additional lights, such as overhead and task lights, throughout your home can help you maneuver around comfortably and safely. Prices can vary dramatically for light fixtures depending on style ...

The stated purpose of the Morrison government’s HomeBuilder program is to stimulate the economy and create construction jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our research shows home improvements could do ...

Aug. 22 (UPI) --The U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded $3.7 million to two non-profit organizations and a local housing authority to help low-income seniors stay in their ...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH) has released a new bulletin aiming to highlight some of the issues which can be ...

Whether you're planning ahead for your own later years or helping a friend or family member adapt to limited mobility and other age-related challenges, home modifications can make daily life easier ...

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 ...

According to the Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division, the number of older adults in Wyoming is growing dramatically. By 2040, 46% of the state’s population will be older than 45, with nearly ...