32 U.S. nonprofit organizations are awarded $30 million for “age in place” homeowners

<h1>32 U.S. nonprofit organizations are awarded $30 million for “age in place” homeowners</h1>

<p>The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $30 million to 32 nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, and public housing authorities.</p>

<p>The funding supports low-income elderly homeowners who want to “age in place” and stay in their homes instead of moving to nursing homes or other care facilities.</p>

<h2>Older Adult Homes Modification Program</h2>
<p>The grant money funds comprehensive home-modification initiatives for senior homeowners.</p>

<ul>
  <li>Installations of grab bars</li>
  <li>Railings</li>
  <li>Lever-handle door knobs and faucets</li>
  <li>Adaptive equipment such as non-slip strips for tub/showers or stairs</li>
</ul>

<p>More than 5,000 qualified beneficiaries are expected to receive funding.</p>

<h2>Expert reactions</h2>
<p>Kathleen Hulme, a Certified Home Safety Specialist and Care Partner Consultant with Home Safety and Accessibility Solutions, LLC, said aging-in-place modifications should be individualized. She said factors such as lighting, contrast, color, texture, and space for caregivers should be considered, along with current and future needs.</p>

<p>Margie McNa lly, Interior Designer and Certified Aging in Place Specialist at Interior Elements, said home safety modifications and new technology can save money and lives. She also said socialization is important in aging-in-place design.</p>

<h2>Jim Palazzo and Transitions Care</h2>
<p>Jim Palazzo is the founder and CEO of Transitions Care, a primary care service that offers end-of-life care and symptom management.</p>

<p>His background includes more than 30 years of operating experience in multi-million-dollar healthcare organizations. He founded Transitions Hospice in 2007, which now provides hospice and palliative services in Northern and Central Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.</p>

<h2>About Transitions Care</h2>
<p>Transitions Care offers end-of-life care, symptom management, and primary care services. The organization says it focuses on comfort, dignity, and comprehensive care plans led by an interdisciplinary team.</p>