A Senior Moment Newsletter October 2010 www.laffey.com/seniorspecialists

Home Modifications Help You Age In Place. Even small changes make a big difference 11/25/2009 Silver Planet, K. L.Braitmayer FAIA Upgrading your home through ‘thoughtful design’ can help reduce stress and make your home safer as you age-in-place. 1: Replace door knobs for lever handles. 2: Add a handheld shower head along with grab bars in the bathroom. 3: Remove throw rugs or tape them down. 4: Relocate dishes and glassware to a lower level. 5: Use appliances that respond to Verbal Commands.

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