Pets are one of the most common reasons people want to age in place instead of moving to a retirement community. Losing the constant companionship you’ve grown used to, not to mention having to rehome your beloved furry friend, is very often out of the question, leading to seniors staying put. When mobility is the […]

If you’re a senior who wants to stay in your home as long as possible, and you’re ready to invest in upgrades to improve your quality of life (and value of your home), then a home elevator is one of the best investments you can make. Aging brings its own challenges and, although dedicated senior […]

If you’re over 60 and spend loads of time on the couch, you likely have “sitting disease”. There may be a number of reasons you’re a couch potato, but it’s important to break that cycle and get moving, no matter how limited that moving might be initially. Here are 5 things you need to know […]

When you’re over 65 and live in a two-storey house with your spouse, the couch can easily become the centre of your world. A great evening could be summed up as reclining in your Lazy Boy watching the game while eating snacks and drinking beer. Here are 5 confessions from some older men who’ve become […]

1 What are low-cost elevator options? When considering a home elevator for a new home, some hoistway elevator types cost less than others. Winding drum Usually the least expensive option. As it sounds, this elevator is powered by a cable wound around a drum attached to an electric motor. The motor & drum can be […]