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 ...

More than a quarter of U.S. households are headed by someone 65 or older, a number that keeps growing; 77% of Americans over 50 want to remain in their homes as they age, according to AARP. What ...

Village Caregiving reports that 75% of seniors prefer aging in place. The guide offers safety tips and solutions for enhancing senior home safety.

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 ...

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 ...

Some home modifications are meant to make the home more functional, while others add safety. Either way, these changes come with real costs.

In kitchens, the emphasis is on space planning to allow for easier movement, such as ensuring wide pathways between islands and countertops. ADA-compliant vanities, lever faucets, and strategically ...

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 ...

A home elevator may seem like a big-ticket splurge, but it can make a huge difference in the accessibility of your home and allow greater freedom for those with mobility limitations. This is ...

To be eligible, applicants must own their home, have lived in it for at least one year, and have a household income at or ...