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Aging with Aurora
My name is Dawn Heiderscheidt. I am a Home Accessibility Consultant in the Philadelphia Region.
I help you increase your knowledge and access to accessibility information to reach your goal to remain in Home Sweet Home.
Working with primarily older adults, their caregivers, and those with chronic conditions, I have learned that our homes need to accommodate us at any stage of life, instead of us changing because our homes aren't ready.
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Unlocking the Secrets of Occupational Therapy: How OTs Transform Homes
Occupational Therapy Month is here, and it’s time to shine a light on the unsung heroes who work behind the scenes to make our lives...
Apr 14, 20242 min read
Increasing Accessibility for Aging in Place
When it comes to growing older, or living with a progressive condition, many people want to stay in their own homes for as long as...
Mar 14, 20243 min read
Ensuring Bathroom Safety for Seniors: A Vital Priority
Bathrooms, though seemingly innocuous, can be fraught with hazards, particularly for older individuals. The combination of smooth...
Feb 14, 20242 min read
Designing a Home for Aging in Place: Tips and Strategies
As the population ages, the concept of "aging in place" has gained significant attention in the realm of home design. We prefer to call...
Jan 15, 20241 min read
Home Modification Process
What happens when you hire a Home Accessibility consulting Company? Why is an Occupational Therapist even trying to be involved in a Home...
Jan 2, 20241 min read
A Holiday Guide to Recognizing Signs of Well-being
Caring for aging parents is a responsibility that many caregivers shoulder with love and dedication. During your visits, being attuned to...
Nov 22, 20234 min read
Exploring Care Management: Spotlight on Kiralie Konde of Generation Crossroads, LLC
In the realm of healthcare, there are professionals who work behind the scenes to ensure that older adults and their families receive the...
Nov 20, 20234 min read
Managing Elder Care with Liz Dunleavy
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, there's a group of professionals who work tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring that the...
Nov 13, 20233 min read
Life Managers & Associates: Empowering Seniors to Make Independence Possible
In the intricate world of senior support and care, there are professionals who often fly under the radar, making a huge difference in the...
Oct 28, 20233 min read
Navigating the World of Care Management: A Conversation with Dr. Amara Haber
In the complex world of healthcare, there are dedicated professionals who play a pivotal role in ensuring that patients receive the best...
Oct 19, 20234 min read
The Accessibility Illusion: Why We Must Redefine Aging-in-Place
Aging in place, the dream of growing old in the cherished comfort of our homes is a vision shared by many. However, a study by the U.S....
Oct 18, 20232 min read
4 Gifts for Seniors
What do you get for someone whose lifetime has spanned from The Post Depression Era to the technological revolution including Virtual...
Dec 12, 20223 min read
5 Cost Effective Alternatives to a Walk-in Tub
The allure of a walk-in tub is strong, with good reason, but not always ideal. The features available on walk-in tubs allow us the peace...
Dec 7, 20223 min read
3 Reasons NOT to Buy a Walk-in Tub
Want to bath safer, increase accessibility, and eliminate the need to step over a tub? This may have led you to consider a walk-in tub....
Dec 7, 20224 min read
4 Must Have Gift Ideas- Smart Home
Electronic gadgets must-haves, smart home edition for Aging in Place, and convenience. Is a loved one Aging? Are you disabled? Or maybe...
Dec 6, 20224 min read
5 Must-have gifts for 2022- Mobility Edition
So, you’ve gone home for the first holidays of your holiday season. You’ve noticed that a loved one is having more trouble. They don’t...
Nov 28, 20223 min read
Age-Tech/Smart Home to Enhance Your Home-And Reduce Falls
Age Tech is Fall prevention when we implement smart home technology as a universal design concept.
Sep 20, 20222 min read
Single Easiest Way to Prevent Falling
A lot of mechanical falls happen, simply because you didn't see the thing you tripped on. It's usually paired with " It happened so...
Sep 19, 20222 min read
3 Age-Tech Prime Day Deals
Product stock photo of RING doorbell with portable screen
Jul 12, 20223 min read
4 Ways to Advocate for Yourself At the Doctor
We’ve all been there, after waiting for thirty minutes PAST our appointment time, the doctor comes in, barely makes eye contact, asks us...
May 13, 20221 min read
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