Laurie McCarty sits down with DwellSafe’s Janet Engel, an occupational therapist and aging in place specialist, to explore what it really takes to make a home safer, more comfortable, and better suited for long-term living. From home safety assessments to fall prevention strategies and simple senior home modifications, Janet shares practical insights that help homeowners stay independent longer.

Laurie also breaks down the recent spike in “help with mortgage” searches, what the data truly means, and how today’s housing landscape compares to the Great Recession, offering a clear and steady look at the real estate market.

Topics: aging in place, home safety assessment, senior home modifications, DwellSafe, occupational therapy, fall prevention, independent living, home accessibility, real estate market update.