Ways to make gardening easier as you age
Dear Savvy Senior, What gardening tips can you offer to older people? I love to putter around and work in the garden, but my back and knees have caused me to curtail my gardening activities, which I miss greatly. —Older Gardener Dear Older, There’s no doubt that gardening can be hard on an aging body. Joints stiffen up, kneeling for prolonged periods hurts, and... READ MORE
Easy, cheap updates you can do yourself
So, you've been dreaming of updating your home or apartment, but the cost of new flooring or a kitchen remodel doesn't fit your budget? Don't despair. There are lots of ways to revitalize and update where you live without breaking the bank. Check out these simple, inexpensive updates and fixes that'll give your home a fresh new look, inside and out: For homeowners Replace your... READ MORE
Not everyone can afford to age in place
Brenda Edwards considers the four-bedroom ranch-style house where she has lived for 20 years her forever home. It's where the 70-year-old retired nurse and her 79-year-old husband want to stay as their mobility becomes more limited. So, she hired an interior designer for $20,000 and spent another $95,000 to retrofit their house in Oakdale, California. She had the kitchen ... READ MORE
Is this a good time to sell and downsize?
Your home is your sanctuary, but it’s also one of your biggest budget items. And after you retire, it may feel like more house than you need. But in this housing market, when a smaller home with upgraded features may be about as expensive as the one you’re selling, is it still smart to downsize? In some cases, downsizing is appropriate, but not necessarily money-saving. You... READ MORE
Communities offer educational programs
We’re never too old to learn something new. When retiree Bill Brown moved to Asbury Methodist Village, he started attending evening presentations in his new community in Gaithersburg, Maryland. For just a dollar or two at the door, he could listen to experts from NIH, NASA or the NSA talk about gene editing, rocket science and codebreaking. Each lecture is arranged by the... READ MORE
Housing options abound for older adults
The search for the right living arrangements for older adults can be challenging, particularly as our needs regarding assistance and care evolve with age. Fortunately, a variety of choices exist, ranging from simple adjustments in a current home to retirement communities and assisted living or nursing facilities. Here are some effective strategies for gracefully navigating the... READ MORE
Baltimore Housing News July 2024
Edenwald purchases historic mansion for expansion After more than five years of eyeing the historic Bosley Mansion in West Towson, Edenwald Senior Living purchased the 4.4-acre property in February. “We’re very excited about the opportunity to do something in that neighborhood,” said Mark Beggs, president and CEO of Edenwald Senior Living, located about a five-minute drive from the... READ MORE
Community residents volunteer in-house
Retired Baltimore County music teacher Keith Derrickson enjoys performing on the piano, sometimes wearing a powdered wig. For almost seven years he has lived at Oak Crest in Parkville, Maryland, volunteering his talent at the community’s open houses. “I play while people are coming in and give them some ambiance. I have a Bach wig and a Beethoven wig,” he said. Indeed, Derrickson... READ MORE
Should you sell your home for a smaller one?
If you spent your teenage years waiting anxiously for one of your siblings to get out of the shower, the idea of selling your spacious, multi-bathroom home and moving into a smaller house or condo may feel like a reversal of fortune. Yet for many retirees, downsizing makes financial and practical sense. Younger baby boomers — those currently ranging in age from 57 to 66 — made up 17% ... READ MORE
Seabury Resources for Aging turns 100
One of the oldest nonprofits in the Washington, D.C. area has been helping older adults for 100 years. Seabury Resources for Aging, founded in 1924, will celebrate its centennial next month at a gala at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Seabury began with a small home for older adults: just four rooms in a house on Wisconsin Avenue in Northwest Washington. Its tradition of... READ MORE
