Page 14 - Southern Exposure - July '21

Page 14, Southern Exposure

EldEr EstatE Planning

Home Improvements To Consider For Aging In Place

Submitted by Anné Desormier-Cartwright, Esq.
Americans are getting save money over the long run by investing in aging-in- • Move the master bedroom to the first floor and install a
older, and most want to stay in place home improvements. Also, if you have long-term care bathroom if necessary.
their homes and communities insurance, it may help cover some of the costs. • Add a ramp to the entrance and widen hallways/doorways
as they age. As a result, many Here are some of the most popular home improvements to accommodate a wheelchair.
homeowners are taking steps to consider if aging in place is important for you or a parent. Many of these options, and more, are thoughtfully being
to modify their homes so they You’ll notice that many are designed to help prevent the risk included in new construction for those who want to purchase
will be able to safely and of falls, which dramatically increases with age. aging-in-place-ready homes. Custom homes being built for
comfortably remain in their In The Bathroom some of our disabled veterans are filled with innovative ideas.
homes for as long as possible. • Install a shower with a zero threshold entry (no curb) to You can also consult a design or home improvement specialist
This is called “aging in place.” minimize tripping and to make accessible for a wheelchair. who has experience with aging-in-place features.
With the average national • Add a shower chair (for those not in a wheelchair) and If you have questions about your estate plan and what
annual cost of assisted living a handheld showerhead. documents you should have in place to plan your estate, schedule
at $43,200 and nursing home care at $80,300 you will likely • A comfort-height toilet (17 to 19 inches off the ground) a free consultation today by calling our office at (561) 694-7827,
will make getting on and off easier. (You can also buy a toilet Anné Desormier-Cartwright, Esq., Elder & Estate Planning
seat extender, which sits on top of the existing toilet seat.) Attorneys PA, 480 Maplewood Drive, Suite 3, Jupiter, FL 33458.
Club nEws • Install grab bars near the toilet and in the shower. The content of this article is general and should not be
In The Kitchen
relied upon without review of your specific circumstances by
• Create counters at multiple heights to have the option to competent legal counsel. Reliance on the information herein
sit or stand when preparing meals. is at your own risk, as it expresses no opinion by the firm
• Install an under-the-counter microwave instead of one
on your specific circumstances or legal needs. An attorney
Historical Seeds overhead. client relationship is not created through the information
• Add pull-out shelves in cabinets.
provided herein.
Of The Gardens Throughout The Home To comply with the U.S. Treasury regulations, we must
inform you that (i) any U.S. federal tax advice contained in
• Install nonslip floors, such as textured stone or linoleum.
this newsletter was not intended or written to be used, and
• Increase lighting.
• Install remote controls for lights and window coverings. cannot be used, by any person for the purpose of avoiding U.S.
• Lower electrical switches and raise outlets. federal tax penalties that may be imposed on such person and
• Change doorknobs to lever-style handles and cabinet (ii) each taxpayer should seek advice from their tax advisor
knobs to handles. based on the taxpayer’s particular circumstances.

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