Hoy en día, los canadienses viven más y la mayoría llega incluso a los 100. Canadá experimentó un aumento de casi el 26 % en el número de centenarios entre el 2006-2011. Este aumento es el segundo mayor entre todos los grupos de edad.

According to the Office of Actuary data, the average lifespan now for Canadians ages 65 and above is around 87 for men and 89 for women. Most of these aging adults would prefer to age in place.

What is Aging in Place?

Aging in place means having access to social support and health services to keep you safely living independently at home as you age. To age in place, you need to prepare your home to be safe and comfortable. “Plan for the future today to help you live the life you want tomorrow.” 

Aquí hay una lista de verificación para envejecer en el lugar para ayudarlo a determinar si está listo para envejecer en el lugar y para ayudarlo a progresar a una etapa en la que pueda vivir fácilmente su vida en casa.

Una lista de verificación de envejecimiento en el lugar:

1. How is your health?

In Canada, there are laws allowing people close to you to make health care decisions for you if they feel you are not able to make decisions for yourself. It is good to check with your territory or province or speak to a lawyer about appointing someone you trust to make your healthcare decisions. Overall, how is your current health? 

  • Are you physically active? 
  • Do you eat nutritiously? 
  • Do you schedule routine appointments with your doctors, including eye doctors and dentists? 
  • Do you experience good mental health? For example, do you have bouts of depression or anxiety, and if so, will you take steps to address them? 
  • Do you limit your alcohol intake to a safe amount? 
  • Do you smoke? 
  • Do you limit alcohol when taking prescription medications that could interfere with alcohol? 
  • Do you regularly speak with your doctor about pre-existing medical conditions and the best way to receive treatment? 

If you choose to age in place, you must try to remain as healthy as possible. Electronic tools can remind you to take your medicine or perhaps give you steps for exercising at home. Etc. 

2. Is your home in good shape?

La forma de su hogar es un aspecto crítico del envejecimiento en el lugar. A medida que envejece, su hogar deberá satisfacer adecuadamente sus necesidades de movilidad y salud. Muchos adultos mayores optan por agregar equipos de accesibilidad aquí y allá para ayudar a que la compra de equipos sea un gasto gradual.

Podrías comenzar agregando barras de apoyo en el baño o cambiando a una bañera con vestidor, colocando pasamanos sólidos alrededor de la casa y, eventualmente, agregando una rampa para sillas de ruedas. En Next Day Access, ofrecemos casi todo lo que necesita para que su hogar lo ayude a envejecer en el lugar de manera segura y cómoda.

We can also install our products quickly whether you need a vehicle lift for your car or a stairlift, our installation team will see that you are safe in your home. 

It is also important that if you have foundation problems, roofing issues, or dry rot, you fix those soon. 

3. Do you have a good support group and community?

¿Tiene amistades sólidas o familiares cercanos que puedan pasar a ver cómo está? Si no es así, ¿puede permitirse el lujo de contratar una enfermera a domicilio si es necesario? ¿Tienes una vida social activa para no sentirte solo en casa? Si no, deberías considerar el voluntariado.

El voluntariado lo mantendrá conectado con su comunidad y se asocia con una mayor felicidad, longevidad y satisfacción para los adultos mayores. 

4. Are you Safe?

Aging adults are at a higher risk for falls. Falls for aging adults are more severe and could cause a broken leg, hip bone, or other significant injuries. Therefore, it is essential that you are as safe as possible. Make sure you have slip-free bathmats in the bathroom, and if you become unsteady on your feet, invest in equipment like grab bars to keep you safe.

What do you need to do better to age in place comfortably and safely? Use this as a guide of what you need to work on so you can age in place gracefully. Be sure to contact us at Next Day Access when it is time to add accessibility devices to your home or if you need mobility equipment.

Nuestro objetivo es brindar todas las soluciones disponibles para ayudar a los adultos mayores o personas con problemas de movilidad a vivir de forma independiente en sus hogares.