Ageing-In-Place

The concept of ageing-in-place represents the idea of enabling older adults to maintain independence in their home environment. Many older adults fear losing their independence and being required to move to some type of institutional setting because of limitations in mobility, chronic illnesses, and the general effects of old age on the body (Fisk, D.A, 2009, p.157). From a societal perspective, it may also be cost effective to support older adults’ preference to age-in-place, as it avoids the cost of institutional care. The popularity of the term in the UK can be seen from recent figures recorded by Wanless. The idea of living anywhere other than their own home is unthinkable for the majority of older adults. More than 60% would prefer to