Is “Aging in Place” Right for Me?

Most older adults want to remain in their homes and communities as they age rather than move into assisted living facilities or nursing homes, according to AARP.

If that’s your goal, have you taken the necessary steps to make the goal of aging in your home attainable? And – is it an appropriate goal, when factoring in your health, family and ability to pay for care?

Listen as attorneys Lou Pierro and Aaron Connor help you answer those questions. A major consideration is covering the costs of long-term care, and whether proactive planning will qualify you for Medicaid home care benefits.

On the show, you’ll also hear about:

• Health considerations
• Outfitting your home to age in place
• Resources to manage chronic disease
• Needs for social connection or memory services
• Wearables and smart monitoring devices available