When Should You Start Thinking About Aging in Place?

Deryl Patterson talks about when and how to plan for aging in place.

Housing Design Matters, April 11, 2023

There is so much misinformation regarding 55+ home buyers – both on the buyer side and the builder side. Many assume the only 55+ builders are the ones that build in age-targeted or age-restricted communities. But if you ask a custom builder what the typical age of his buyers is – chances are many are over 55 years old. There are many buyers who are older than 55 and have no desire to live in an age-restricted community – yet they still have the need to age in place.

When should home buyers start thinking about age-in-place design? It’s not a topic that people like to dwell on, but it’s worth considering before the need arises. Even if the buyer is younger, they likely have older parents that will want to visit or need to stay at some point. What is necessary for both buyers and builders to know about aging in a home?  I believe there is a lot of fear surrounding what an aging adult will need. “What if I end up in a wheelchair?” On the other hand, no one wants to live in a home that feels institutional or makes them feel even older than they are. Is it possible to design a home that will not only allow a buyer to age gracefully but will also bring them joy and delight? The answer is yes!

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