Archive - April 2017
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New Bill Would Open Up Home Modification Opportunities for Seniors
April 28, 2017 | Industry News, Legislative Updates
By Collin Brecher, VGM Government Relations As an estimated 10,000 baby boomers are expected to retire per day for the next two decades, there will be an unprecedented amount of seniors (60+) wanting to stay in the comfort of their own homes. In order to do that safely and prevent debilitating falls, homes will need to be modified in order for many boomers to maintain their independence. A new bill introduced in Congress – H.R. 1780, Senior Accessible Housing Act – would give seniors...
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