Five People in Their 60s, 70s, and 80s Share How They Plan to Age at Home
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- Aging at home requires more than financial planning; community and connection are key.
- Beverly Suek created a cooperative living space for women to age together, reducing costs and loneliness.
- Dick Stoddard emphasizes the importance of asking for help and adapting to health challenges while aging at home.
- Kevin Brown chose to retire in Mexico for affordability and a better quality of life.
- Doreen Goodlin highlights the need for in-person connections and overcoming isolation, especially after experiencing online scams.
- Hattie and Cookie McKinney benefited from home modifications by Rebuilding Together to make their home accessible and safe.
- National organizations like Rebuilding Together, AARP Foundation, and Meals on Wheels offer support for aging at home.