Like most Americans, you probably want to remain in your home as long as possible. But many older adults, and even Baby Boomers, lack awareness of the home- and community-based services that allow for independent living.
To fill this gap, the National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC®) was established. It’s a senior support system dedicated to help people have a plan in place as they age to remain at home, whether that is a single-family residence you own or one you share with extended family. It can also be an independent or assisted-care community.
Whatever your definition of “home” is, NAIPC® can help you live there for an extended period of time.
NAIPC® has 5 major pillars:
1) Housing: Are you comfortable and safe in your home, or do you need another home or modifications to your current abode?
2) Health: Do you have access to the healthcare you need or do you need advice?
3) Finances: Do you have sufficient financial resources to fund your retirement? Would you like to pay less taxes in retirement?
4) Transportation: Do you have access to the transportation you need? Would you like information on more options?
5) Community: Are you part of a community and do you have the social interaction and access to entertainment you want?
NAIPC® is building a network connecting service providers with elderly homeowners, their families, and caretakers to better serve our aging population.
A partial list of the expertise families and older adults can access through this nationwide network includes:
- Adult day care
- Daily money management/finances
- Elder law
- Healthcare
- Home remodeling
- Occupational and physical therapy
- Public non-profit resources
- Reverse mortgages
To find a local chapter, Google NAIPC® at www.ageinplace.org and search at “local chapters.”
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Lisa Teresi Harris is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer and author of the book Building Your Enduring Fitness. A certified Geri-Fit Instructor, she helps Boomers and seniors to regain and keep muscle strength, mobility, and energy.
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