Aging In Place In Your Denver Home

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If you’re interested in buying or selling a home in central Denver (or anywhere in the Denver metro area), let’s talk. Please call (303) 222-0027, or e-mail contact@centraldenverhomes.com.

For many people, aging in place means finding a home that can help them maintain their independence and quality of life, even as their needs change.

Whether you’re planning ahead for yourself or need a home right now that’s more accessible, we can help you find a place that’s ready to go or could be adapted.

Because there aren’t a lot of homes in central Denver that were built in recent years, there are very few single family homes on the market that would have the full range of features for aging in place. But some homes could be adapted more easily than others, and we can help you evaluate and compare different properties.

Below are the primary features to look for in a home, townhome, or condo that will support aging in place.

Single-Level Living
Stair can be challenging, even for people who are in otherwise good health. Homes with a main-floor primary bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and laundry area can help eliminate the need to regularly go up and down stairs, and it can reduce the risk of falls. As mobility needs change over time, single-level living provides greater convenience, safety, and long-term accessibility. This doesn’t mean that you can’t buy a 2-story home or a house with a finished basement. But to accommodate aging in place, you should envision whether you could safely and happily live in the house, without having to go up or down any stairs.

Minimal Or No Stairs At Entryways
In addition to single-level living, ideally, an aging in place home would have few (or no) exterior stairs. A step-free entrance is especially important for people using canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.

Wide Hallways And Doorways
Wider hallways and door openings can better accommodate mobility aids such as walkers or wheelchairs, if they become necessary at a later date. These features can also make the home feel more open, comfortable, and easy to move around in.

Open Floor Plans
Open layouts with fewer tight spaces and obstacles can improve mobility and reduce the risks of falls. These floor plans also tend to be easier to modify, if accessibility accommodations need to be made down the line.

Accessible Bathrooms
Bathrooms with walk-in showers, grab bars, non-slip flooring, comfort-height toilets, and spacious layouts are safer and easier to use.

Space For A Caregiver
As your needs change, having a caregiver could make all the difference between staying in your own home and having to move into a senior living community. A home with a separate living area that could accommodate a live-in family member or caregiver would be a huge bonus. Features such as a guest suite on the opposite side of the home, a finished basement, a living quarters above the garage, or a private entrance could help ensure that you could get the care you need, right at home.

Low-Maintenance Exterior and Yard
When considering aging in place, most people prefer properties with smaller yards, HOA-maintained landscaping, or low-maintenance materials that don’t require a lot of upkeep.

Close To Healthcare and Amenities
Living near healthcare providers, grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and community services can become increasingly important over time. Fortunately, all of the Central Denver neighborhoods (including Washington Park, Cherry Creek, Bonnie Brae, and Belcaro) offer convenient access to everyday necessities.

For more information about homes in Denver that can accommodate aging in place, or to schedule a free real estate consultation, please call (303) 222-0027, or e-mail contact@centraldenverhomes.com.

Please note: Our office is in Cherry Creek, and we help people buy and sell all types of homes throughout the Denver metro area, including the Washington Park, Cherry Creek, Bonnie Brae, and Belcaro neighborhoods.