Carol Chiang

Age in Place or Find a New Space

How to Create Beautiful Spaces That Promote Meaningful Interactions

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

What if preparing for the future wasn't about fear-but about freedom? Whether you're 35 and thinking ahead, 65 and planning your next chapter, or supporting aging parents, Age in Place or Find a New Space offers a bold, refreshing roadmap for creating a life that works for you-today, tomorrow, and long into the future. Written by occupational therapist and aging-in-place expert Carol Chiang, this inspiring and practical guide redefines what it means to grow older at home. With real-life case studies, humor, and eye-opening insights, Carol reveals how to make confident, proactive choices that preserve independence, dignity, and joy. You'll learn: * Why early planning is essential-and how it gives you more freedom, not less * How to create beautiful, barrier-free spaces without sacrificing your style * What aging-in-place really costs, and how to budget smartly * Who to have on your "aging dream team", from designers to doctors * How to talk with your family about big decisions (without a meltdown) * And why aging well isn't about "getting by"-it's about living well, on your own terms Perfect for individuals, caregivers, adult children, and professionals alike, this book is part handbook, part pep talk, and part toolkit-packed with checklists, home tips, and empowering questions to get you started. Whether you're looking to thrive at home, support a loved one, or shift your mindset around aging, Age in Place or Find a New Space will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to take action. Because growing older shouldn't be about holding on. It should be about making room for what matters most.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Full Circle Press
• Seitenzahl: 364
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. Juli 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 21mm
• Gewicht: 485g
• ISBN-13: 9798991043632
• Artikelnr.: 75667078

Autorenporträt

Carol Chiang is a globally recognized aging-in-place expert, occupational therapist, Parkinson's advocate, and host of a MedBridge podcast of Innovative Aging. She is the founder of Evolving Homes(R) and creator of Age in Place or Find a New Space(R). Known for her signature MacGyver-style mindset, Carol brings over 25 years of experience, blending practical, affordable solutions to help families confidently navigate aging. She is passionate about helping people plan ahead-not just to make purposeful, values-driven decisions, but to make aging more cost-efficient and financially sustainable. Carol is also committed to shifting mindsets and driving solutions for the global aging crisis through her work in caregiving robotics and smart home technology. Her expertise is trusted by global leaders such as the MIT AgeLab, Toyota Research Institute, AARP, and UBS.