Aging in place refers to the ability of people, usually seniors, to live independently in their own homes or communities for as long as possible as they age.
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Aging in your own home is a choice you might make to stay in an environment that is familiar to you, rather than moving into assisted living or residential care. Aging in your own home may be an option for you if you only need minor assistance with your daily activities, have care partners such as family, friends, and neighbours for support and safety, and can afford home care services to meet your needs. Seniors should plan ahead, as assisted living housing has limited spaces, making aging in place a preferred option.
To Do
- As you find your need for support increasing, request a home care assessment to determine the level of care you need.
- Explore what assistance your care partners can provide.
- Learn about types of care services to consider if staying in your home from Route65.ca – BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA).
- Determine whether you can pay for any in-home services suggested by your home care or home safety assesssment.
- Explore non-medical services to support seniors aging in place – Better at Home by the United Way.
- Learn about housing options for seniors from the Government of BC.
Review the activities in ‘My Place to Call Home’ in the Senior Mywell Health planning pages to explore your living wishes, and financial and care needs to be addressed.