Aging Gracefully & Safely … in the Kitchen

This is being recorded on Mother's Day and as I always say, "Every Day is Mother's Day!"  I thought today would be a day to talk about Aging in Place as all the mothers who are still with us are needing help and attention as they age. (Of course, we're not forgetting about the fathers!)I have been hearing about "my forever house" as people who are remodeling would like to stay in their home as long as possible before the possibility of moving in with a child or going to a facility.  Reasons for the elderly to move in or near family. Be around grandchildrenNot be lonelyIf they need help going to a doctor's appointment, shopping & cookingIf they are a fall riskHave physical ailmentsNeed a safe environmentTips and ideas that will make it easier and safer to live in the home….theirs or yours:Pullout PantryKeep the Sink Close to the StoveShallow SinkPlace the Microwave at or Below Counter HeightLimit use of upper cabinets.  Wall Cabinets on counter  Make Corners Accessible.Choose Drawers, Not DoorsFocus on Clearance Space Floors should be slip-resistantMore lightingLoss of depth perceptionBar stools hard to use  not safeThis informative podcast brought to you by Monogram.com appliances.If you would like to be included in DesignersCircleHQ.com, please send your email to [email protected] you would like to know more about Nancy, go to NancyHugo.com