Safely Aging in Place

SHEILAH KAST & MAURENE HARVIE, WYPR — Many of us plan to live out our years in our homes. But if the steps are shaky or the bathtub has nowhere to grab, we might fall and get hurt. Lauren Averella, of the Baltimore nonprofit Civic Works, tells us about its efforts to upgrade seniors’ homes and make them safer. From installing grab bars to adding ramps, they offer an array of modifications so residents can age in place.

We also hear from Thelma Brown, longtime resident of Belair-Edison. Her house underwent repairs last fall. And Americorps member and carpentry trainee Tashawn Walker tells us what he’s learned working at Civic Works.

More information about Civic Works here. Civic Works’ main intake line is 443-470-9871.

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