Aging in Place | Aging Matters | NPT Reports

The fifth installment in Nashville Public Television’s NPT Reports: Aging Matters series examines what it takes for Tennesseans to successfully age in place.
It’s what most of us say we want, to age in our own home until the end of our lives. But aging in place is no guarantee of a high quality of life. And as we age, our needs may change. Will we be able to climb the stairs, reach those upper cabinets, and manage the upkeep any home requires?
In the documentary you will hear from Americans facing decisions now. What are the common challenges, are there examples of people making it work?
When the time comes, what do we really want? What are our options? Have we prepared enough to make it work?
On this edition of Aging Matters, we will look at the realities of aging in place and learn what it takes to make our ideals match the reality.
NPT Reports | Aging Matters | Aging in Place was originally aired on Thursday, May 28th, 2015 on Nashville Public Television.

[@marilynb8136]

I am a retired nurse. Never thought I would live long enough to become elderly and disabled. It's something you don't think about or understand when you're young. So many things that I loved to do are nearly impossible now. I'm 73, my husband is 80. We still live at home, but are barely able to keep up with the maintenance. Caring for ourselves is becoming more difficult. Living in a care facility is frightening for us. Growing old is no fun!!!!

[@LiLi-lr5oy]

I never consider the aging & elderly issue especially what to do when one is dementia or bed ridden. Is there any other alternative instead of going to the old age home? I saw for my self how my 86 age mother being ignore both financially and emotionally. Till now I still do not know what other alternative human have. The old age home will treat you depending on who send you there

[@ruthretzke8785]

My parents lived in Fl. My father had a massive CVA on R. side and my mother cared for him until she became ill and could no longer care for him or herself. We lived in another state so, I was traveling back and forth after I put them into a nursing home and had to take on the responsibility of selling their home. Since I was an only child, it fell upon me to make the decision to move them both up to where we lived. That included my husband and two young teenaged children. We turned our home into all handicapped accessabile. I tried to care for them both plus, my family. Finally, my health began to break. We had to make the most difficult decision of my life and place them both into care facility. At that time there was no assistance or anything to help out. There is more to this story, but it taught me and my family to have a greater appreciation for PLANNING AHEAD and "getting all the ducks in a row" BEFORE things begin to break down. For a very long time after my parents passed away, I thought I had not done enough for them. I know now that I did everything I could for them. I am so glad that there are so many avenues of help for care providers and no one has to go it alone.

[@donnaallgaier-lamberti3933]

It is also VERY hard on the caretaker to have your loved one age in place. It requires constant care, expensive paid help, and often means the caretaker gives up their career and their life.

[@grateful1929]

I think I'd be lonely in my own home. I like to be around people. I'd do good in a place with other people.

[@susannordstrom5065]

I intend to be proactive in my aging , staying at my home is not important to me, I wouldnt be able to maintain it , and I dont expect my kids to to pick up the piece's, I want to be independent to the end and make arrangements as I go

[@way_truth_life_of_love]

Cheaper to stay home; keep your larger home and “rent” free to caregivers, pay them 4k per month, not 10k per month for terrible care- l have learned this: facilities are not good care and take every last cent.

[@deloresiles2341]

I developed arthritis in one knee and over the years it got worse. It has caused some mobility issues now as I’ve gotten older. I truly sympathize with these lovely older ones on this documentary….life speeds by so fast and you don’t realize that now you have limitations and need help, which can be heartbreaking for those who’ve always had an independent lifestyle. Growing old is truly a blessing, but it can also be a curse for some.

[@michellehitt1976]

I hope you're doing well today. That arthritis is horrible. I have it in my hands and feet.

[@caregiversmartsolutions5624]

We understand the importance of technology as a tool to support our loved ones in aging in place with dignity and independence. By being able to ask the right questions and address potential issues proactively, we can ensure that our aging loved ones are able to #AgeinPlace with the support they need as well as deserve!

[@myvideos9811]

I LIVE ON MY OWN. I WOULD LIKE A COMPANION. BUT HERE IS WHY I WILL NEVER HAVE ONE. I LIVE IN THE UK. IF I CHOSE TO HAVE A LADY FRIEND, INSTANTLY MY COUNCIL TAX WILL SHOOT UP A 100%. Also, each would lose a further allowance of over £200 per month. Worse of all, if one of us dies that would leave the other one in at leased £5,000 worth of debt due to the rising cost of a funeral. The hierarchy of greed. We live in a sad world we can't even afford to give a die-ing soldier his last puff on a cigarette. I HOPE THE USA CAN LEAD THE WAY. MALC UK

[@beverlyharward9631]

Save ur money instead of buying for grown kids, grandchildren. Use saved money to hire helpers. Helpers enabled you to stay at home! Have ramps built, don't place things you use regularly on top shelves, etc. Start thinking people. Not 1 nursing home can provide all the care a person may need in a timely fashion.

[@jayonnaj18]

I fear not, as I gradually get older, for I KNOW my Lord and Savior watches over me moment by moment! I'm an elderly widow, my late husband and I had 2 now middle aged children who are both married and live in their own homes with their families! I take life one day at a time and my EVER-PRESENT Lord has NEVER failed me yet! I don't live alone, for I have a personal relationship with Jesus and He always provides for me! Glory!!!

[@myvideos9811]

OK, THERE WILL ALWAYS BE ELDERLY PEOPLE THEY /WE/I LEARNT TO LIVE ALONE. AND I'M OK WITH THAT. BUT I HAVE GOT TO SAY. PLEASE GIVE US MORE HELP WITH OUR ALLOWANCES. YOU MAY NOT AGREE WITH SMOKING. BUT FOR EXAMPLE, I HAVE SMOKED A PIPE SINCE I WAS 10 YEARS OLD MY HEALTH IS FINE. MY LAST PLEASURE IN LIFE IS A PUFF ON MY PIPE. OR A CIGIE BUT YOU HAVE DENIED ME/US OF THAT. I/WE FIND THAT SO CRUEL. IF A TOBACCO COUPON WAS ISSUED. THAT WOULD MAKE THE LAST PART OF OUR LIFE. WONDERFUL. BUT IT SEEMS YOU WOULD BEGRUDGE US The LAST PUFF WITH OUR DYING BREATH. I/WE FEEL SO SAD. WE NEVER DEPRIVED YOU AS CHILDREN. OF ANYTHING. WHEN I SAY YOU I MEAN TO SAY GOVERNMENT SORRY. MALC UK

[@nancymosby7369]

Most ppl think their going to drive to their brown funeral

[@bittuhoshiarsingh315]

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[@jacquelineatim4097]

i feel sorry for introverts

[@pursedelighted]

Why .I am an introvert we take the time to enjoy life quietly. While everyone around us is trying to prove something 😊

[@VickiBrowne-yk4co]

Feel sorry...Gee I love it !