It seems that the topic of 'aging parents' seems to be coming up more and more these days.... either you know some one who has an aging parent or it's your own or you are the aging parent that needs resources. Stay at home ~Renovations for Independent living is focused on giving you solutions to stay in your home. Watch this WCCO-TV's newscast about Mark Rosen and his mother Doris and how to deal with aging parents.

His story is airing on WCCO-TV's 10 p.m. newscast Monday, Nov. 19, hits close to home for sports anchor Mark Rosen. Rosen and his mother, Doris, are part of the piece about how to deal with aging parents. 
http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2012/11/19/mark-rosen-his-mother-doris-confront-aging/ 

We are celebrating National Care Givers Month by announcing that Sue and Peter Jacobson, founders of Stay at Home, are now Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS). The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) designation recognizes Sue and Peter as specialists in renovations for independent living and acknowledges their commitment to helping seniors maintain their vitality at home. Their involvement with NAICP (National Aging in Place Council of Minnesota) has aligned Stay at Home with caregivers and specialists whose goal is to offer products and services to mature adults living at home.

November is National Caregivers month. Let's appreciate the people who volunteer and dedicate their careers to providing care to others.
At Lake Country Builders, we strive to provide Universal Design to our clients as a way of life, not an option. In the future, Universal Design and Multi Generational living will become a way of life for many. Our Stay at Home division focuses on Universal Design, Multi Generational living and simple comforts. Aging in place can be simple, stress free, comfortable and a valuable experience when done right.
Our caregivers can make recommendations for the most pleasant experience possible while staying at home. Our production staff is experienced, kind, courteous and trained to make for the best Stay at Home experience available.

In 2013, one in three seniors are expected to experience a fall - the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among seniors often shy away from the conversation of making home improvements due to their increasing age. Peter Jacobson, president of Stay at Home, offers the following tips to help caretakers approach this potentially delicate topic with a loved one.

These updates will look great in your home. Today's architects and designers are skilled at incorporating universal design features such as railings, task lighting and wheelchair ramps without disrupting the design aesthetic. The updates should blend into the home while increasing safety.
You will increase the value of your home. Well integrated universal design solutions will increase a home's value and make it more attractive to potential buyers.
This will help make your home safe and comfortable for your guests. Even if your loved one doesn't have physical challenges at the moment, they may have friends or family members who would benefit from greater accessibility. Universal design helps homes become suitable for guests of all ages, including grandchildren.
The costs associated with a fall are more expensive that some simple home updates. On average, an adult age 72 or older will spend $19,440 in healthcare costs as a result of a fall injury. Home updates to help seniors avoid falling can start at just $5 - the cost of a non-slip mat.
It's better to tackle updates now, before you are forced to. Even an ailment such as the common cold can increase lower body weakness and make seniors more prone to falling. Taking on updates now will be less stressful, and offer you more time to consider aesthetics, than taking on updates when they are urgently needed.

Creating a safe a aesthetically pleasing environment is a primary concern for many seniors and their caretakers. Stay at Home offers design and construction services to adults wishing to age in place, rather than spend their elder years in a retirement community.