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National 'Aging in Place Week' Events Slated in 20 Cities

The National Reverse Mortgage Lender’s Association (NRMLA) and the Aging In Place Council — which includes the NAHB Remodelors™ Council, NAHB Seniors Housing Council and NAHB Research Center — have coordinated activities in more then 20 cities nationwide to commemorate National Aging In Place Week from Nov. 7-13.

The week is being organized to:

  • Build lasting coalitions of allied business professionals in communities across the U.S. to assist home owners with pursuing their long-term care needs
  • Organize educational activities to highlight programs and support services — including healthcare, transportation and housing — that enable seniors to successfully age in place

National Aging In Place satellite events will also demonstrate the collaboration at work among senior service providers.

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Cities with National Aging In Place events include:

  • Allentown, PA
  • Atlanta
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Charleston, SC
  • Danvers, MA
  • Dayton, OH
  • Houston
  • Las Vegas
  • Lexington, KY
  • Naples, FL
  • Northville, MI
  • Portland, OR
  • Richmond, VT
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • St. Paul, MN
  • San Carlos, CA
  • Seattle
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • Washington, D.C.
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA

In addition, the governors of Vermont and South Dakota have issued proclamations commemorating Aging In Place Week in their states.

To learn more, e-mail Darryl Hicks, Aging In Place Council, or call him at 202-939-1784.

The NAHB University of Housing Offers Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist Designation

The Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation program teaches the technical, business management and customer service skills essential to competing in the fastest growing segment of the residential remodeling industry: home modifications for the aging in place. For more information on this designation program available through the NAHB University of Housing, click here.

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