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Search Web . And although percent of those surveyed say theyve already made simple changes to make their homes easier to use, percent said they were very concerned or somewhat concerned about eventually being forced to move to nursing home when they begin having trouble getting around their own home. RESOURCES CNN. com Aging SURVEY Fixing to Stay National Survey on Housing and Home Modification Issues But nearly percent predict either they or another resident will have trouble moving around their homes within the next five years.
In fact, the poll said percent of respondents would prefer not to move from their homes even if they needed help caring for themselves. Needing help Of those surveyed, percent said they were very concerned or somewhat concerned about eventually being forced to move to nursing home when they begin having trouble getting around their own home.
Possible home improvements range from the simple application of nonskid strips in bathtubs to major changes such as adding ground floor rooms to eliminate the need to negotiate potentially dangerous stairs. Real concerns for baby boomersNeeding helpRELATED STORIES, SITES WASHINGTON CNN aging Americans would like to remain in their own homes, but worry they wont be able to make the necessary modifications, survey indicates.
and be wondering how well their own homes will meet their needs as they themselves grow older. AARPs survey estimates million people by years end will suffer injuries resulting from falls in the home, with an expected exceeding 17 billion. More and more baby boomers are having to address the difficulties facing their elderly parents The survey was released as part of Independent Living Week, AARPs annual program aimed at helping homeowners afford to continue living in their homes by teaching them to make safety improvements themselves.
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