Age in Place or Find a New Space

<p>You want to stay in your home as you get older--but do you really know what that takes? Do you know what it will cost? And how will you know when aging in place is no longer the right option?</p><p></p><p>Age in Place or Find a New Space® is your essential guide to planning with clarity confidence and purpose. Whether you're an aging adult shaping your future an adult child helping your parents navigate big decisions or a financial planner guiding clients through life-changing choices this book gives you the tools to make smart proactive moves.</p><p></p><p>Carol Chiang a nationally recognized aging-in-place expert and occupational therapist brings a refreshingly honest practical voice to the aging conversation. With humor warmth and real-world strategies she shows you why thoughtful home modifications can save money in the long run-and why investing in your home now is one of the most generous social contributions you can make.</p><p></p><p>Explore the real cost of aging in place why building positive habits in your twenties can change everything and how creating beautiful tech-enabled spaces can dramatically reduce the fear of falling--a fear that often fuels inactivity and isolation.</p><p></p><p>Carol introduces exciting future technologies---many born from space and military innovations that are already reshaping the homes of tomorrow. You'll discover how virtual rehab robotics voice-controlled environments and even hologram technology can create homes that don't just house you--they actively support you.</p><p></p><p>But this isn't just about high-tech solutions. Carol brings her signature MacGyver-style mindset to every chapter offering scrappy budget-friendly hacks alongside cutting-edge possibilities-proving that you don't need to spend a fortune to build a home you love.</p><p></p><p>And with about 90000 Americans diagnosed with Parkinson's each year chances are you'll soon know someone living with it. Carol offers clear Parkinson's-specific guidance to help you understand what to expect and how to truly support someone from day one.</p><p></p><p>Packed with real stories step-by-step checklists and actionable solutions this book will leave you informed empowered and ready to take action--whether you're planning for yourself supporting someone you love or helping clients build safer more joyful lives at home.</p>