Aging In Place

Dear Arizona Friends,

I like to refer to Aging in Place as Living in Place as it reflects a quality of life that includes dignity and respect. With aging comes wisdom and appreciation for things that were taken for granted when we are young. It also comes with lots of physical challenges. This list of resources is offered with the hope that it helps point those with aging challenges to things and resources that make life easier.

It is not comprehensive but, it is meant as a prompt to discover the many things that address the challenges that life presents as we age.

I will keep adding to the list as I find worthwhile entries. If you have a specific question, you can always email us at info@rosieonthehouse.com. I will be happy to see if I can find more resources.

Blessings,

Jennifer Romero

Rosie on the House

Housing

Alternative housing- ADU’s

- ADU’s (accessory Dwelling Units) by AARP

Creating a forever home by This Old House
Reverse Mortgages –
- Considerations for Aging in Place in Your Home Galaxy Lending (RCP)
- National Council on Aging

Resources for care and caregiver support

Government Agencies | Eldercare Locator

*This is where you will find:
- Area Agencies on Aging by county
- Aging and Disability Resource Centers
- American Indian Tribes and Tribal Organizations
- Arizona State Health Insurance Assistance Program

Essential Legal Documents

Life changing documents and why you should never be without them- Rosie on the House article
Directives – Advanced care planning resource- easy to use!
Free Law Help– Free and reduced law help for those with minimal resources
Do Not Resuscitate form- display this form in your home if you do not want to be resuscitated by medical or firemen

Care and Caregiver Support

Programs for care givers of those with dementia By www.caregiver.org
Duet of Arizona-volunteer partners in care and aging
Ability 360– Home care services and home modification- low income https://ability360.org/home-modifications/
Rebuilding Together- Valley of the Sun– government application for repairs- low income
All Thrive 365– formerly known as Senior Foundation for Living
Aging Care– home care network with a great informative free newsletter
Spotlight on Senior Services Statewide resources for senior living
Everyday Cheapskate- list of resources from Medicare help, care giver support to free lawyers for the elderly.

Books

Long-Term Care: How to Plan & Pay for It by the Editors of Nolo

Finding long-term care often means making difficult decisions. But the more you know about long-term care, the better off you or your loved one will be. Whether you’re planning well into the future or making an urgent decision now, Long-Term Care helps you understand the full range of your options.

You’ll also learn how to:

evaluate nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and home care providers to find the right one
get the most out of Medicaid, Medicare, and veterans’ programs
consider the special needs of loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer’s, and decide whether long-term care insurance is worth the significant expense.

And much more

Being Mortal by Atwul Gwande – *Jennifer’s favorite book on aging.

A Dr looks at the aging process through compassionate eyes as he watches his father age.