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Find Out Why Aging In Place Makes Sense
Explore The Benefits!

In this Planning and Resource Guide Agely shares with you important information essential for rewarding,independent living. From simple changes like grab bars to ways you can control your home with your voice through innovative technology – explore the benefits of Aging In Place with Agely.
About 90% of American adults want to stay in their homes as long as possible. You can make that happen with some thoughtful planning. First and foremost you need to think long-term, and then you need to start making changes for the better regardless of your age so you can age in place happily, safely, and comfortably.

Control Your Home With Your Voice
Featuring premium sound and a vibrant 10.1” HD screen the Echo Show is a smart-home assistant that can act as a tablet, or even a miniature TV for watching videos, and movies. You can also listen to music, and audiobooks!
The Echo Show is also great for controlling electrical outlets so you can use your Echo Show as a central smart home hub and connect lights, your security system, and other devices to it. And with the Echo Show you can get personalized help with your schedule, reminders, calls, news and more!

Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor
QardioArm wireless blood pressure monitor measures your systolic, diastolic blood pressure, heart rate and has irregular heartbeat detection. QardioArm is FDA approved and clinically validated to meet US and European standards. An intuitive, simple and easy to use blood pressure monitor.

Automated Pill Dispenser and Medication Management
MedMinder pill dispensers remind the user to take their medications with a series of optional visual and/or auditory alerts. The reminders occur in 30-minute intervals. MedMinder pill dispensers can be filled for several weeks, depending on the frequency of a dose per day. And best of all there is no need for a phone line, computer, cell phone or Internet access.

The Medminder pill dispenser uses a built-in micro cell phone to connect with the Medminder monitoring station, an internal cellular modem that communicates with the MedMinder remote system.

Home Security
SimpliSafe is one of the leading providers of self-monitored home security systems that are compatible with the Echo Show. SimpliSafe doesn’t have any long-term contracts or monthly fees and their equipment is extremely user-friendly.
Additionally, the SimpliSafe equipment is of a very high-quality, as well as being durable and versatile.And the video camera comes with a motion sensor and night vision, and they offer environmental protection features such as smoke, carbon monoxide, and water leak detection.
Key Takeaways
Develop a strategy that will serve your needs as you age. Staying in your home with modifications can be less expensive than moving to an assisted-living community.
Run a complete safety check, looking for potential hazards, including area rugs that may cause you to trip, loose stair railings, or furniture that obstructs pathways.
Avoid isolation. Find ways to stay in contact with friends, family, and neighbors on a daily basis—both via technology and in person.
These are all important prerequisites for people who want to stay in their homes and age in place as they grow older.
And it’s important that you regularly see your doctor, and follow his / her recommendations, and manage any health conditions as you continue to age in place and live your best life!

When assessing the option that’s right for you, consider the following:
Health: How is your overall health?
Activity level: How active and independent are you?
Life stage and style: What kinds of access and activities are important to you?
Think small. Start with replacement hardware, such as lever-handle door knobs and sturdy handrails along stairs. Install grab bars, single-handle faucets and “comfort height” toilets in the bathrooms.
Also keep in mind that what works today in terms of independent living may not work for you or your loved one indefinitely.