subject: Adapting Your Home [print this page] Adapting Your Home Adapting Your Home
As you get older, it is safe to say that you may find that things you took for granted when you were younger are not as easy as they once were. But it doesn't mean that you have to move out of your home, you just may need to make some adjustments for your comfort. Knees are often reported to be a problem for the elderly, and you may not be as nimble as you used to be. If you have stairs leading to your front door, try installing a rail to hold on to as you are climbing them, to save your puff for when you get to the top!
Likewise, you may find getting up and down the stairs to be a problem, but this is also really solvable with the introduction of stair lifts. Although you still may be able to get up and down the stairs. It might cause pain in your joints, and on many occasions you will find it a welcome respite to the long climb. If you find that you need a wheelchair, it may be an easier option to install a through floor wheelchair lift, to get you upstairs quickly and easily. These are relatively inexpensive and might be the most useful investment of your lifetime.
If you are looking for Home Insurance, then it is best to go to a company who specialise in insuring the over fifties. Try shopping around online to secure a cheaper deal and save yourself some pennies for indulging in the finer things in life. After all, you've deserved it!
