Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Maybe there is a reason we aren't more proactive about AIP

We in the industry like to say that there is a lot of denial out there when it comes to home modifications and planning for aging in place.  But maybe denial is the wrong term, the wrong behavioral sin.  What if we aren't in denial, and instead we just care less? What if apathy is a natural part of aging?

I came across this interesting blog post today which makes that case. 

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/richard-c-senelick-md/aging-apathy_b_2218452.html

Perfect. We have another reason to bang the drum about acting earlier rather than later.  And another reason for family to pay attention.

Apathy certainly resonates with some of my own behavior these days.  But I'll probably deny that.