Aging in Place: Staying in Your Own Home As You Age, with Dawn Wallace

Aging in Place: Staying in Your Own Home As You Age, with Dawn Wallace
April, 25, 2024 @ 2:45-4:00pm
As we grow older with more physical limitations, many people consider the options of moving to a facility or staying where they are. An independent or assisted living facility offers a range of support services (at a price of course). But many of us would prefer to stay in the homes we’ve lived in, often for a long time. We know our neighborhood, some of our neighbors, staff in our building, stores nearby, public transportation, and so on. This session explores what aging in place means on a personal level. What are some factors to consider? What changes would you need to make in your home so you will feel secure? Have you ever been in a situation where you need to assist a family member in their home? Dawn will share her personal story regarding her mother-in-law. She’ll focus on furniture, adapting your living space and bathroom trends. And she’ll share some practical resources and checklists so your current home can meet your needs for aging in place. Dawn uses her background as a retired licensed clinical social worker, her current career as a home stager and interior decorator, mixed in with her personal experience as a caretaker and 55+ person who is actively making her own decisions about aging in place.