Home Life

Independent Living

As we age, we all would like to maintain independence and do what we can for ourselves. Many older adults can maintain this independence, however, making some plans or modifications may be a good idea. Staying active is a positive way to stay happy and healthy as well as improve balance and mobility.

At the Rochester contact center, trained specialists link you with the information you need to make informed decisions. We keep up with the growing aging network, community-based services, housing options, assistance programs, healthy aging workshops, caregiving support and more. Let us open the door for you to see the possibilities for aging well, planning well and living well.

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Plan Ahead to Stay at Home

For many older adults, staying in their home is important. It is where they are comfortable and feel secure.
Aging in place can happen when you have a good plan.

Working with What You Have

When looking to make changes in your home to assist with aging in place, consider the cost for improvements versus the cost of an assisted living arrangement. Investing in your home may be the right choice for you. Common improvements are widening doorways, remodeling bathrooms and adding a ramp or stair lift. It is also important to identify any obstacles that may enhance falling.

Accessibility Improvements

If you choose to move forward in making modifications to your home for future accessibility improvements, look to work in contractors that are familiar with these updates. Locating a contractor with a Certified Aging in Place (CAPS) certification can be useful as this means the builder has special education. Also consider word of mouth recommendations and reading online reviews. Discussing these renovations and the cost with a trusted family member or friend may be helpful as well.

Options to live well at home

Learn about the risks that could cause you to move from home, and what you can do today. Take the risk screening to find out how you can Live Well at Home℠. but action can be taken to reduce their impact. Learn about the risks that could cause you to move from home, and what you can do today.

Visit mnlivewellathome.org

Safety First

Falls can drastically change your independence; so preventing a fall in the first place is key.
Here are some checklists to help you review your current living situation or else you may want to consider an assessment by a professional.

Fall Checklist

Safety Checklist

Tools for Enhancing Independent Living

For many older adults, staying in their home is important. It is where they are comfortable and feel secure.
Aging in place can happen when you have a good plan.

Staying Active & Healthily

If you already have a schedule that incorporates staying active and healthy, then you are on the right path. If you would like to start, but not sure what your options are, consider the following programs.