If asked about major life changes, most people would probably think of their younger days. While some older citizens are settled since their decades of work and raising children are far behind them, others make significant lifestyle decisions in their golden years, including where they will live if their current home is no longer suitable.
The home they purchased many years earlier might have cumbersome stairs that they struggle to climb, a yard that’s difficult to maintain or more rooms than necessary. Its location may not be suitable either because it’s too noisy and busy or too far from anywhere.
During this time, some seniors seriously consider aging in place. [more…]