Aging at home
Aging at home, supported by purpose
Home is where your life happens. Your memories, your routines, your comfort. With the right support, it’s also where you can keep aging well. Goodwin Living At Home helps make that possible.
What it means to age
well wherever you live
Aging at home, sometimes referred to as aging in place, means choosing to stay in the place that feels most like you while still having access to the support, services and planning that help you live well for years to come.
It’s more than staying put. It’s staying in control. That means having a plan that respects your independence, responds to your needs and helps you adapt as life changes.
At Goodwin Living, we believe aging well is rooted in purpose. Through Goodwin Living At Home and the broader services of Goodwin Living Health, we bring care coordination, wellness guidance and long-term support to your doorstep so you can focus on the moments that matter most.
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If you have any questions or general thoughts, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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Build your team to
age at home
You can continue to enjoy the comforts of home by building a plan to age in place, and a dedicated team to help manage that plan.
Further reading for those looking for more ways to age well
Additional information and helpful resources, including community based support, transportation and complimentary service providers.
Resources for at home
Home modifications for seniors aging in place:
This guide from AssistedLiving.org covers essential home modifications to help seniors age in place safely, such as handrails, ramps, stairlifts and bathroom adjustments. It also offers tips for affording these modifications on a fixed income.
Advance directives and medical power of attorney:
WebMD provides an overview of advance directives and medical power of attorney, explaining their importance in ensuring that a senior’s healthcare wishes are respected in case they become unable to communicate decisions.
Care coordination for seniors:
This resource from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) explores the importance of care coordination for seniors. It highlights how coordinated care can improve health outcomes and reduce hospital readmissions for older adults.
Resources for in your community
The Division for Aging Services (DARS):
The Division for Aging Services helps older Virginians live as independently as possible by coordinating and providing services to help them maintain their dignity and security.
Senior Services of Alexandria:
Senior Services of Alexandria (SSA) is a non-profit organization that has as its mission, “to foster independence and self-sufficiency, enabling seniors within the City of Alexandria to age with dignity.”
Alexandria Adult Day Services Center
The Adult Day Services Center serves adults ages 55+ who need supervision during the day due to dementia, medical conditions or mental health needs.
The Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services:
The Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services provides numerous resources and opportunities for adults 55+. We strive to foster independence and healthy aging, and improve the quality of life for older adults and their caregivers through comprehensive programs and services.
Fairfax County Department of Family Services for Older Adults
Providing information on services, programs, recreational activities, educational opportunities and community engagement activities for older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers.
Department of Aging and Community Living
The Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL) serves District residents 60 and older, adults living with disabilities and those who care for them.
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