Independent Living

Imagine living in a home where most of your daily chores have been automated or web-connected, so that you or a loved one can remain independent in the community while simultaneously being connected to help and assistance at the press of a button. Well, no need to imagine- the opportunity to…

With all of the serious problems in the world right now, your strongest desire may be to escape- to some fantasy place or remote destination…or perhaps to Margaritaville? If you grew up in the 70s, you likely remember the Jimmy Buffett song about a relaxed, seaside retreat where grabbing your drink…

While there is evidence that a growing number of seniors reside with younger family members for economic reasons, there are some who opt to live this way for the benefits of intergenerational living. In her recent personal essay on the website On Being, Courtney Martin writes about the Oakland, CA co-housing…

For many seniors, the idea of moving to a facility or community where someone else sets the rules and runs your life is a nightmare. At the same time, all too many seniors these days have no friends or loved ones to count on as the activities of daily living…

No one wants to go to a nursing home: yet medical or health monitoring needs often dictate the rehab facility or nursing home as the only option, especially after a major medical setback. But there’s another, albeit unusual, option: MedCottage, a mobile, modular, temporary medical “home” that can be installed…