Why Current Housing is not Working for Longevity with Aaron Murphy

This Living to 100 Club conversation takes a close look why current housing configurations do not promote longevity. What are the financial, personal, and logistical arguments for aging in place? Our guest, Aaron Murphy, is a licensed architect. His company, Forever Home, advises developers and homeowners toward adapting homes – both new and existing – that will allow the owners to “age in place.” With these adaptations, our guest has shown that the owners can stay in their homes up to 12 years longer. This compares to downsizing or transitioning to a senior living community. What is needed to stay in our home where it’s familiar, where our friends and enjoyment lie, and where we don’t have to start over? Why is planning the central ingredient to a successful aging in place process? Can we retain our independence, autonomy, and freedom in ways that work for the homeowner? Join us for this practical, honest look at the upsides to aging in place. Mini Bio Aaron Murphy is a passionate design professional, consultant, and advocate for Aging-In-Place in your own community. He has been presenting at a national and international level for over 15 years. He is a licensed architect, “Certified Aging In Place Specialist” through NAHB, and an engaging and entertaining public speaker. Aaron is a known industry expert & author in the Aging-in-Place field. Our guest is a business coach teaching other executives how to own the AIP& UD niche of a home modification business. He teaches GCs, remodelers, OTs and associated fields, what it takes to become your own local go-to expert in your community. Aaron has been a Seattle radio host on subject. He is a known entertainer and educator onstage across multiple home and building industries. Aaron has been preaching “Empowering Housing” for 15+ years from Chicago to Tokyo. For Our Listeners Aaron's Website: ForeverHome-us.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.