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AGING IN PLACE
veryone wants to live in the place that makes them the most
comfortable. This is especially true for those who are aging. When
caring for the home and maintaining personal needs become
challenging, people may think that the only solution is to go to a
nursing home.
That’s just not true! Staying at home and “aging in place” has been
found to increase quality and add years to a person’s life. Remaining in
the home eliminates the risk of “relocation trauma” or living in a place
that is not familiar or welcoming.
One option for those who need help in the home is asking family
members to help out. But, caring for a family member takes its toll on
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both people. The elder adult may feel like a “burden” to the family. The
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