Posts tagged baby boomers
Will baby boomers save the world?

The question is, after being the 50- and 60-year beneficiaries of the opportunities and options we inherited, what will we give back to the world? And what will we do with the 20 or 30 extra years that no previous generation has had?

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Planning cities for boomers will benefit millennials, too

This generation of Americans will be well-educated, diverse and fit. Many will be single. They'll have fewer children and more living parents than their predecessors.

The characteristic that will shape our communities most, though is this: They want to age in place. An AARP survey reported that more than 80% of Americans age 45 and older want to remain in their current home as long as possible, even if they need help caring for themselves. Perhaps more important, if they cannot or choose not to remain in their own home, they'd like to live in an attached or small-lot home, ideally with a first-floor master bedroom.

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HomeWatch Caregivers and SimplyHome: Partnering to provide best care

Complex problems call for innovative solutions, so we recognized that by combining SimplyHome technology with HomeWatch CareGivers visits, we can provide the greatest level of care at the most affordable total cost. We are proud to work with the SimplyHome team to offer creative options to keep our most vulnerable citizens safe at home," stated Ernie Konkoli, President, HomeWatch CareGivers.

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Aging in Place- the dangers and solutions