tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288Sun, 01 Apr 2012 17:27:48 +0000curbless showereco-friendlyinspirednutritionbath designrisk managementretirementenergy efficientuniversal designretirement plansafety tipsmultiple generationspreventionaffordablesandwich generationagingaccessiblemobilitywheelchairelderlyadaptablesafetyhomereverse mortgagessavingsrejuvenatebreast cancerAlzheimer'ssustainablenursing homebarrier freeretiring adultsrecipesnew construction401Kmedical historydiabetesfloor plansmassagemodificationsadult childreninterior designinjurieslongevityMedicarefallsHousing Trendselder carepink glovesafety hazardsdisabledkitchen designimaginationbuilderpatient privacyseniorshome caregivercaregiversin-law suiteremodelingdisabled veteransteleseminarSenior real estate specialistmultigenerationalbaby boomersresale valueidentity theftNew and stylish ways to age gracefully and independently.http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/noreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)Blogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-1117374038158947146Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:07:00 +00002010-11-23T16:07:48.630-08:00home caregiverinspiredseniorscaregiversuniversal designelder careby Dr. Vicki Rackner What does it take to become a beloved caregiver?  Many people in pain simply want a good friend, and  I believe my dog Elvira can offer some lessons. When we adopted Elvira six years ago, she was an adult dog with a story. Elvira quickly came to be my loyal friend-a trusted  companion, exercise buddy and soft landing spot.  Over the years she became friends to many. What’shttp://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/11/what-dogs-can-teach-caregivers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-8836115836556924420Fri, 09 Jul 2010 04:22:00 +00002010-07-08T21:22:52.868-07:00home caregiverelderlyadult childrenseniorssafety tipspreventionuniversal designelder care by Vicki Rackner MD July 2010 Here’s something to remember on lazy summer days. Drink up! Your body’s fluid reserves work just like your checking account. You stay in balance by putting in the same amount you take out. When it’s hot or it’s humid or you’re exercising, your body cools itself by sweating. Sweating results in a withdrawal from your body’s water reserves so you need to drink http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/07/do-sweat-heatdehydration-is-big-stuff.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-8513600902291954412Tue, 22 Jun 2010 05:08:00 +00002010-06-21T22:08:02.624-07:00accessiblewheelchairremodelingseniorsnew constructionbaby boomersinterior designmodificationsuniversal design  We have a new blog that deals with universal design and aging in place options. We'll be transitioning our blog "Universal Design for You" to this new blog eventually. Here's the link: http://aginginplaceoptions.com/ Curious? Check it out! And here's our new video for why we believe that aging in place is so important! Technorati Tags: aging in place,universal design,seniors,baby http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/06/our-new-blog-video-aging-in-place.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-7241851902517899707Wed, 09 Jun 2010 19:26:00 +00002010-06-09T12:26:01.464-07:00Learn more about what we do here at Aging in Place Options LLC/Topaz Interior Design LLC. It will open up in your media player. Click here to see my video. Technorati Tags: accessible,adaptable,adult children,affordable,baby boomers,barrier free,bathrooms,bath design,builder,caregivers,disabled,disabled veterans,elder care,elderly,floor plans,home,interior design,kitchen design,prevention,http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/06/our-first-video.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-2362095727986982379Wed, 02 Jun 2010 16:09:00 +00002010-06-09T12:34:23.064-07:00safety hazardsrisk managementidentity theftseniorssafety tipsbaby boomerspatient privacysafetyImportant FR*EE Teleseminar with Richard Day Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist Joyce interviewed Richard on this important topic and you can get the recording here! After listening to this recording you will be Better educated about the types of identity theft The threats to you and your family Some simple steps that you can take to mitigate your risk http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/06/identity-theft-whats-person-to-do.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-648843422256556106Wed, 26 May 2010 22:13:00 +00002010-05-26T15:13:52.969-07:00adult childrenMedicareseniorssafety tipsbaby boomerselder care By Jonathan Kraft Arnold Schwarzenegger may not be able to be a "Terminator" of financial scams and crimes against the elderly but as California Governor Schwarzenegger signed into effect two laws to help the elderly. The first, SB1343 permits senior citizens to have a friend or family member in the courtroom for support. "By allowing a friend or family member in the courtroom while giving http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/05/15-tips-to-protect-senior-citizens-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-1159498544853297821Wed, 21 Apr 2010 23:04:00 +00002010-04-21T16:04:15.445-07:00accessiblewheelchairinspireddisabledmobilityI was so touched to see this video and the work that The PET Project is doing. PET stands for Personal Energy Transportation and is a simple, wonderful concept to mobilize those in the world who before could only crawl.   I actually wept when I went to their website and saw their mission “to provide appropriate mobility for all of God's children in need.  We seek to provide mobility first for http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/04/gift-of-mobility-to-world.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-8459713132822234011Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:47:00 +00002010-04-16T10:47:12.325-07:00adult childrenSenior real estate specialistseniorsbaby boomersinterior designHousing Trendsmodificationsuniversal design  A Different Kind of Realtor An SRES designation is about building relationships, not quick sales By Susan Hindman Courtesy of Susan Hindman To twist a saying, a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES)® is not your father’s real estate agent. An SRES isn’t focused on a quick sale; the older homeowner might even be encouraged not to sell. The SRES, instead, builds a http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/04/different-kind-of-realtor-sres.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-5080153122867708091Thu, 08 Apr 2010 18:32:00 +00002010-04-08T11:47:00.316-07:00adult childrenteleseminarseniorsbaby boomersreverse mortgagesretiring adultsReverse Mortgages—Are They for You? A FREE teleseminar for baby boomers and seniors Wouldn’t it be beneficial to know what a reverse mortgage is all about? We’ll be answering your questions: Are they beneficial to my situation? What will be my outcome if I get a reverse mortgage? What can the funds be used for?                                      Joyce will be interviewing Ryan Halvorsonhttp://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/04/upcoming-teleseminar.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-6969509540329702154Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:42:00 +00002010-03-22T13:42:00.449-07:00agingenergy efficientsustainableseniorsinterior designHousing Trendsuniversal design  Date Feb 25th, 2010 5:50pm Author Eric Schubert Category senior housing development Tags Aging Gracefully Ten Senior Housing Trends for the Next Decade: Senior housing has changed dramatically and much more is ahead. Following are 10 senior housing development trends Ecumen sees over the next decade: 1. Energy Efficient Design:  Energy efficient and environmentally responsible design http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/03/10-senior-housing-development-trends.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-2976223304637408619Tue, 16 Mar 2010 06:22:00 +00002010-03-15T23:22:17.213-07:00agingseniorsbaby boomerspreventioninterior designuniversal design<!--COFFEECUP WEBSITE FONT CODE BEGIN--> ABOUT GROWING OLDER… First ~ Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it. Second ~ The older we get, the fewer things seem worth waiting in line for. Third ~ Some people try to turn back their odometers. Not me; I want people to know ‘why’ I look this way. I’ve traveled a longhttp://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/03/about-growing-older.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-2291129574468140400Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:57:00 +00002010-03-08T13:08:53.931-08:00adult childrenmultiple generationsmultigenerationalin-law suitebaby boomerssandwich generationinterior designmodificationsbuilderuniversal designelder careresale valueMaxine Hicks for The New York Times "UNDER ONE ROOF Mike Delfino, far right, designed his house in Port Jefferson Station to accommodate three generations of his family. By MARCELLE S. FISCHLERPublished: February 24, 2010EARLY this month, three generations of the Delfino family moved into the 3,400-square-foot stone and stucco home they designed for themselves in Port Jefferson Station. Mike http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/03/in-long-island-home-for-all-generations.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-605204462792666204Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:37:00 +00002010-02-04T15:37:48.035-08:00elderlyinjuriesagingsafety hazardsseniorspreventioninterior designuniversal designelder carefalls  We’ve written about the dangers that falls pose to seniors in many articles in the past, including one on “Avoiding and Dealing With Falls” and others on the dangerous side effects of some medications in this respect. People with poor eyesight and dementia are also more prone to falls, especially when they are moved from home, or a nursing home, to hospital. Ninety percent of hip fractures http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/02/new-technology-may-reduce-risks-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-7582924376931561536Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:08:00 +00002010-01-26T14:09:23.461-08:00accessibleadaptableaginginjurieskitchen designremodelingbath designcurbless showerpreventionmodificationsuniversal designfallshome caregiversafety tipsbarrier freebaby boomersinterior designelder care    s the baby boomer generation begins to move closer to retirement, and interest in purchases of retirement homes comes closer to their grasp, many 50- and 60-somethings might neglect to consider how their homes may accommodate heath related issues as they continue to age. This relatively new concept of learning how to age in place is commonly known as Universal Design. Althoughhttp://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/01/universal-home-design-for-aging-baby.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-512041207303910866Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:36:00 +00002010-01-20T16:36:00.344-08:00accessibleadaptableagingdisabledbath designsafetycurbless showerpreventionmodificationsuniversal designretirementseniorsbarrier freeinterior designaffordableelder care This is a great short video that explains what universal design is all about & how easy it is to make your home your forever home! Give Topaz Interior Design a call today to see how easy it is! 253-221-3592.   Technorati Tags: accessible,adaptable,affordable,aging,barrier free,bath design,curbless shower,disabled,elder care,interior design,modifications,prevention,safety,seniors,universal http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/01/youtube-hgtvprocom-aging-in-place.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-6727486537997855885Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:55:00 +00002010-01-17T16:55:35.437-08:00adult childrenagingteleseminarnutritionseniorsbaby boomersinterior designuniversal designelder carediabetesrecipes  Join us this Tuesday at 5:30 PM (8:30 EST) for the start of  our new (& first) tele-series! Kristina Brown of Eating Skinny will be my guest as we discuss what it takes to Age Well. She's sharing delicious recipes & wonderful cooking tips to make food incredible. Did you know that as we get older, our nutritional needs change? Kristina makes it so easy to make thesehttp://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/01/nutrition-for-adults-only.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-8246296120664797762Mon, 11 Jan 2010 06:40:00 +00002010-01-10T22:40:47.308-08:00elderlyrejuvenateAlzheimer'sseniorslongevitybaby boomersnursing homeinterior designuniversal designelder care  By Todd Derstine For twenty years as a professional performer for seniors, I have witnessed firsthand the effect that the music of the WWII generation can have on audiences. We seem to be hard-wired by our Creator to respond to the music of our life. No matter whether the live performance is in an Alzheimer's unit, and assisted living facility where the average age may be 85-90, or a nursinghttp://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/01/making-musical-connection-with-seniors.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-5810687436385851786Tue, 05 Jan 2010 06:00:00 +00002010-01-08T12:59:05.065-08:00accessibleremodelingnew constructionbaby boomersinterior designmodificationsfloor plansbuilderuniversal designaffordableretiring adultsresale valueWhy Building a New Accessible Home Is Often Better Than Remodeling No Demolition and Shoring Up Expenses - When building a new home you will have no costs for demolition, and the structure of your new home will not need shoring up. Remodeling your existing home to make it accessible can often be surprisingly expensive. You will probably anticipate some of the costs for adding new features to http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2010/01/new-accessible-modular-house-plans-vs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-4873020408637261226Thu, 31 Dec 2009 00:03:00 +00002009-12-30T16:03:45.365-08:00accessibleadult childrenkitchen designremodelingbath designsafetymodificationsuniversal designretiring adultselderlyretirementseniorsbarrier freebaby boomersinterior designbuilderfloor plansaffordableelder care By Alice Lane If you or your spouse has a parent that is particularly fond of staying with you at your home for any length of time, you might want to consider making an addition. Adding on a mother in-law suite would be a great way for her to stay as long as she would like while also staying out of your way. Everyone enjoys having Grandma in town to help out with the grandkids, but it is http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2009/12/your-latest-house-addition-mother-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-3536696853052226932Sun, 13 Dec 2009 04:22:00 +00002009-12-12T20:22:10.455-08:00accessibleadult childrendisabledAlzheimer'scaregiverslongevitysafetypreventionuniversal designfallshomeelderlyhome caregiverseniorssafety tipsbaby boomersinterior designaffordableelder care  What the new GE/Intel Partnership Means for Your Aging Parents Last week GE and Intel announced their $250 million partnership to sell high-tech devices that monitor seniors. These devices should help reduce visits to the hospital and help the elderly to be safer and remain longer in their homes. What benefits will this partnership have for your aging parent? 1. Newhttp://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2009/12/pace-program-program-all-inclusive-care.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-4035862878540497313Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:19:00 +00002009-12-07T12:23:37.270-08:00pink glovebreast cancerWatch this fun video on breast cancer awareness - guaranteed to bring a smile to your face! http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2009/12/pink-glove-dance.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-3083266352360455649Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:20:00 +00002009-11-21T12:20:05.354-08:00adult childrenaccessibleadaptableinjuriesinspireddisabledremodelingbarrier freeinterior designmodificationsbuilderuniversal designHere’s a wonderful story of a mother and son who were divided in their home logistically by their disabilities. Josh Taylor had moved his mother into his home downstairs to care for her when she became paralyzed by Multiple Sclerosis. Then the unthinkable happened when Josh himself was in a car accident which crushed his spine and left him in a wheelchair. He lived upstairs in his home and was http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2009/11/no-longer-separated-by-disabilities-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-3216328036487707327Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:17:00 +00002009-11-18T17:17:00.172-08:00adult childrenAlzheimer'scaregiverssafetypreventionuniversal designhomeelderlyhome caregiversafety tipsinterior designfloor planselder care By Jo Nelson Holiday time is coming up, and for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease, it can be a very challenging time of the year. Here are some suggestions to help you and your loved one to have a safe and happy season together in spite of the obstacles. In the midst of putting up decorations, rearranging furniture and putting up Christmas trees, the person with Alzheimer'shttp://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2009/11/holidays-with-alzheimer-disease.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-4171941041756336784Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:32:00 +00002009-10-16T11:32:06.580-07:00accessibleadult childrensustainabledisabledkitchen designbath designremodelingsafetyeco-friendlydisabled veteransuniversal designelderlysafety tipsbarrier freebaby boomersinterior designelder careLearn more about what we do here at Topaz Interior Design LLC. It will open up in your media player. Click here to see my video. Technorati Tags: accessible,adaptable,adult children,affordable,baby boomers,barrier free,bathrooms,bath design,builder,caregivers,disabled,disabled veterans,elder care,elderly,floor plans,home,interior design,kitchen design,prevention,remodeling,retiring adults,http://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2009/10/my-first-video_16.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538882329136169288.post-5005544757203825860Thu, 15 Oct 2009 01:43:00 +00002009-10-14T18:43:00.106-07:00home caregiverelderlyadult childrenAlzheimer'sseniorscaregiverslongevitybaby boomerssafetyinterior designuniversal designelder careBy Patty Adams If you are the caregiver of a loved one with Alzheimer's or other dementia, you may be at risk. According to the Alzheimer's Association, most of the caregivers of Alzheimer's patients are family members, and half of those caregivers work full time. Feelings of stress and being overwhelmed are common among caregivers. Additionally, you may feel that your own health has declined ashttp://www.universaldesignforyou.com/2009/10/elderly-home-care-and-caregiver-stress.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Joyce Joneschiet)0