Home modifications for healthy aging.

Margaret Wallis-Duffy and Karen Brown discuss the importance of home modifications for healthy aging. They highlight the need for accessible homes and the barriers in current home design. They emphasize the importance of advocating for accessible housing and the market for accessible home building. They also provide tips for kitchen and bathroom modifications and discuss funding options for home renovations. Additionally, they share free and low-cost home modification ideas and stress the importance of planning and prevention for aging in place. Takeaways Advocate for accessible housing and challenge the barriers in current home design. Consider future needs and plan for home modifications early. Explore funding options such as Ontario Renovates and reverse mortgages. Implement free and low-cost modifications like removing throw rugs and rearranging furniture. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Recap 01:18 The Need for Home Modifications 03:15 Barriers in Home Design 05:02 Challenges with Entry, Vertical Access, and Bathrooms 07:39 The Importance of Advocating for Accessible Homes 09:01 The Market for Accessible Home Building 11:20 Challenges in the Kitchen and Bathroom 13:30 Considering Future Needs in Home Renovations 14:10 Take Action Early for Aging in Place 19:16 Funding Options for Home Modifications 25:33 Free and Low-Cost Home Modifications 38:30 Empowerment through Planning and Prevention 39:24 Conclusion and Contact Information Follow us on: Instagram:   / wallisforwellness   Facebook:   / wallisforwellness   TikTok: @ceoofyourhealth