Your House is “The Hub of Your Happiness” -- How Architect Aaron Murphy Empowers Housing by Advocating for “Aging in Place” for his Clients and by Coaching Other Professionals

Why is it crucial to make homes more accessible for everyone? Today, Aaron Murphy, the founder of ForeverHOME, discusses how to create a safe and comfortable space for aging in place. Learn what universal design is and why it is vital to creating accessible homes for everyone. Hear how Aaron has been helping people age in place through his program and how to help those with limited financial resources access quality care. Discover what it’s like to be part of the sandwich generation and how Aaron’s own experience drives him to help others access the best care possible. 

 

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about creating homes that work for everyone!

 

Aaron is a passionate design professional, consultant, and advocate for Aging-In-Place in your own community. He is a licensed architect, a “Certified Aging In Place Specialist” through NAHB, and an engaging and entertaining public speaker. 

 

 

[00:01 - 09:05] Opening Segment

• Aaron's background as a licensed architect with experience in aging in place

• Aaron introduces ForeverHOME

How to create environments where people can live in their homes for their whole lives

• How to disrupt the spec building industry and make existing housing stock more accessible

 

[09:06 - 17:39] Advocating for Aging in Place

• How people are working together to help people stay in their homes

90% of people prefer to age in place

• Aging in place does not have to cost more if planned ahead

The discussion around aging has become more mainstream

 

[17:40 - 26:28] Understanding the Invisible Housing Crisis

• How architectural coaching can help business owners and families prepare for aging in place

A universal design that works better for everyone

• The importance of discussing solutions for people with different types of accessibility concerns

• ForeverHOME coaching program to gain access to utilizing the stock plans

 

[26:29 - 30:16] Closing Segment

• Anything is solvable with a checkbook, but it's worth considering if it's worth it

• The cost of moving is 20% of the value of your home

• Aaron's insights on the invisible housing crisis coming on

 

 

Want to connect with Aaron? Follow him on LinkedIn. Head to ForeverHOME to live where you love and thrive where you live!

 

 

Key Quote:

 

“Housing can be the hub of your happiness, but it also needs to be empowering for every phase of life.” - Aaron Murphy

 

 

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