Many people dream of aging in place, staying in the comfort of their own homes rather than moving to assisted living. But the truth is, not every house is designed with long-term living in mind. Certain features that look stylish, modern, or luxurious when you buy them can later become barriers to safety and independence. Worse, they’re often expensive to maintain or modify once mobility and health needs change. Here are nine costly home features that can quietly make aging in place nearly impossible.
