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The Best Books on Aging in Place
Five books worth reading on aging in place planning. What each one gets right, what each gets wrong, and which to start with.
Updated April 27, 2026
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Aging in Place: The 2026 Whole-Home Guide
Most adults 50+ want to age at home. Doing it well is a series of decisions: which modifications first, who installs them, how to pay for them, when to call a CAPS specialist, what conversation to have with the family doctor. These pillar guides walk through each.
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The Aging-in-Place Bible: 2026 Whole-Home Guide
A thorough aging-in-place guide. The 5 phases, the costs, the conversations, the credentials. Reviewed by named OT and CAPS specialist.
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Mother's Day 30-Minute Home Safety Audit
A 30-minute home safety walk-through for adult children visiting an aging parent on Mother's Day. Five priority checks, no clipboard needed.
Updated May 4, 2026
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The 7 Conversations to Have With Aging Parents
Hard conversations about aging in place. The seven that matter most, who should bring them up, and how to start without making it awkward.
Updated February 22, 2026
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Financial Planning for Aging in Place: Real 2026 Numbers
What aging in place actually costs, broken down by phase. The math vs assisted living. Where to find money. What insurance covers and doesn't.
Updated February 19, 2026
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Universal Design 101: 10 Principles for Aging Homes
Universal design makes a home work for everyone, kids, seniors, wheelchair users, anyone. Here are the 10 principles and how to apply them.
Updated February 15, 2026
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What is a CAPS Specialist (and How to Find a Real One)
A CAPS specialist is a contractor with senior home modification expertise. Here is the credential explained, what evaluations cost, and how to vet.
Updated April 26, 2026
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AARP HomeFit Guide: A Senior Modifier Cliff Notes
AARP's HomeFit Guide is the gold standard for senior home assessment. Here's the practical summary, what to use, what to skip, where to dig in.
Updated November 5, 2025
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The 50-Item Aging-in-Place Home Assessment Checklist
A room-by-room checklist for evaluating home accessibility and fall risk. Go through it once a year. Most items take seconds; a few flag big projects.
Updated February 20, 2026
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Hospital-to-Home Discharge Checklist for Seniors
A practical checklist for getting a senior safely home after a hospital stay. What to do before discharge, day one, and the first 30 days.
Updated July 12, 2025
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The Aging-in-Place Bible: 2026 Whole-Home Guide
A thorough aging-in-place guide. The 5 phases, the costs, the conversations, the credentials. Reviewed by named OT and CAPS specialist.
Updated March 15, 2026
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Caregiver Tech Setup for Adult Children
The smart-home and remote-monitoring tools that let an adult child help an aging parent without being there. Setup, costs, privacy considerations.
Updated May 28, 2025
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DIY vs hire-out decisions
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Medicare Advantage 2027: New Home Modification Rules
CMS just finalized 2027 Medicare Advantage rules. Here's what's covered for home modifications, who qualifies, and how to use it before plan year ends.
Updated April 30, 2026
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Hurricane Prep for Seniors Aging at Home: 2026 Guide
14-day caregiver prep for hurricane-zone parents aging in place. Power backup, medication continuity, evacuation triggers, and the May conversations.
Updated April 29, 2026