If you’re planning to remain in your home into your golden years, you are in good company. The growing trend among baby boomers (nearly 90 percent of people over age of 65) is the desire to remain in their own homes for as long as possible—avoiding the need for senior housing.
Enter, Aging-in-Place.
Aging-in-place is the ability to continue living at home, safely and independently, as you grow older and your needs change. Since most of us don’t have a crystal ball and it’s impossible to determine what those needs will look like, universal design features are a smart choice.
One of the main areas where mobility can be a challenge is in the bathroom.
Here are some universal design features to consider for aging in place with ease:
- 3ft-wide doors into bathrooms to accommodate for wheelchairs or walkers
- A zero-entry, wide opening to the shower
- Grab bar features in the shower and by the toilet to reduce the risk of falling
- Comfort height commodes
- Rain heads in the shower
- A secure bench to sit on in the shower
- Lower vanities
Other beneficial age-in-place features:
- Single-story living with at least one zero-entry exterior access
- 3ft-wide doors into bedrooms to accommodate wheelchairs
- Extra width in the hallways
- Blade handles or motion controls at the faucets
- Foot pedal access at the kitchen sink
Equipping your custom home to “Go the Distance” into your golden years adds excellent value for you and your family, as well as to a resale market.
At Westmont…
We love combining the functional design aspects that matter, with the styles, beauty, and cutting-edge elements you dream about. Our team is ready to build the home that your family will love LIVING LIFE in.
