Free Resources
Whether you're just starting to think about aging in place or ready to take action, these guides and checklists will help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Aging in place is one of the most important decisions you or your family will make. The more informed you are, the better the outcome. I've put together these resources to help you understand what's involved, what to look for, and how to plan — before you ever pick up the phone.
Guides & Checklists
A plain-language overview of aging in place: what it means, who it's right for, what it costs, and what questions to ask before you decide.
A practical checklist to walk through your home and identify the most common fall risks and mobility barriers — room by room, from the front door to the bedroom.
For those who want to get ahead of the curve. This guide walks through how to assess your home now, prioritize modifications by urgency, and build a realistic long-term plan.
One of the hardest conversations families face. This guide offers practical, compassionate language and strategies for starting the conversation — and keeping it productive.
A visual and practical guide to the modifications that make the biggest difference — and how to make them look intentional, elegant, and at home in your space.
Demystifying the assessment process. Here's exactly what happens during a professional home assessment, what you'll receive, and how to make the most of it.
Quick Tips
You don't have to overhaul your home overnight. Here are five simple, low-cost actions you can take right now to make your home safer and more comfortable.
Walk through your home at night and note any dark spots — especially on stairs, in hallways, and near the bathroom. Add nightlights or motion-sensor lights where needed.
Loose rugs are one of the leading causes of falls at home. Add non-slip backing, remove rugs in high-traffic areas, or replace them with low-pile, secured alternatives.
Walk the most-used routes in your home — bedroom to bathroom, kitchen to living room — and remove any obstacles, cords, or furniture that narrows the path.
In the bathroom, try to identify where you naturally reach for support. If there's nothing solid there, that's a priority area for a grab bar installation.
If you've been putting off talking to a parent — or to yourself — about home safety, this week is a good week to start. It doesn't have to be a big conversation. Just start.
Guides and checklists are a great start — but nothing replaces a trained eye walking through your specific home. Let's talk about what a professional assessment could do for you.
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