Unopened mail. Complaining about money. Or simply not remembering where their checkbook is or whether they’ve paid their bills. As AgePros you’re often the first to see changes in your clients’ behavior. Behavior that can indicate that families may need to address some sensitive topics —like giving up the keys…
Over the past few weeks we've talked about aging in place, as well as how the older population may fair in today's real estate market. If your clients are downsizing, paring down, or on the move it may be time to ask: would your clients benefit from a senior move…
AgePros has a soft spot for Memorial Day. If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve noticed we tend to feel strongly, and positively, about most …Memorial Day. And every day.
AgePros has a soft spot for Memorial Day. If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve noticed we tend to feel strongly, and positively, about most holidays. To us, they’re opportunities to extend attention, affection and respect across generations. A chance for families and communities to come together. Over the grill. Over…
And yes, we can do something about it, together. This information is especially helpful for older adults selling their homes. For the past several weeks, AgePros has examined various aspects of aging in place: Simple changes that can quickly prep a home, the ever-growing role technology plays in making the…
There will, at some point today, be a moment. Repeated many times, in many families around the country. Amid the cards, hugs, flowers and brunches an adult child will think to themselves, mom is getting older. Family members may even share anxious glances over the shared realization. These moments often…
For the past several weeks, AgePros has examined various aspects of aging in place, including simple home renovations to support the goal, as well as the growing role of advanced technology in the movement. But an important question remains: Is aging in place right for everyone? All these discussions begin…
Last week, we discussed strategies for quickly and inexpensively renovating a home, with an eye towards creating a safe, comfortable environment for aging in place. (Upwards of 90% of people over 65 express a strong desire to remain in their homes for as long possible, we should note.) Today, we…
The Wall Street Journal recently ran a piece about strategies for quickly — and inexpensively — renovating a home to make it better suited for aging in place. AgePros was intrigued. The WSJ is better known for its sumptuous Mansion Section. Below you'll find how your clients can make quick, smart fixes for a long…
As an aging industry professional it's important to know who you're talking to. Because when it comes to senior care, you're almost always speaking to more than one person.Yes, you're speaking to your client. At the same time, you're speaking to their spouse, their adult children, close by or far…
