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Most people over 50 want to stay in their own homes as they age. What that takes in practice: honest cost numbers, what Medicare does and does not pay for, home changes, technology, and backup plans.
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Most people over 50 want to stay in their own homes as they age. What that takes in practice: honest cost numbers, what Medicare does and does not pay for, home changes, technology, and backup plans.
What it costs to make a house safer for aging, room by room: grab bars, walk-in showers, stair lifts, ramps, and better lighting, plus the funding sources and renter rights that can help pay for the work.