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January 2009

“…with the rising tide of tech-savvy baby boomers on the verge of cresting into retirement, broadband is poised to be one of a handful of critical tools
necessary for aging seniors in the 21st-century.”
The Impact of Broadband on Senior Citizens, a report to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Featured AIP Business: TMT Remodelers

TMT Remodelers are located in Redmond, Oregon

50+ Homes & Communities Online Exhibition

The NAHB 50+ Council and AIPatHome.com online 50+ Homes & Communities Exhibition is being constructed and you can watch as the exhibits go up. Right now you can get a look at the Award Winning Terra Bella Condominiums located in Henderson, Nevada. The Terra Bella was  2008 BOSHA Gold Award winner for Active Adult Housing, attached homes.

Click here to see the exhibits being built.

 How Does Broadband Affect Aging in Place?

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has commissioned a series of studies that look at the impact of broadband on different groups of users and applications. The first: "The Impact of Broadband on Senior Citizens" is available and is an easy, informative read despite its 57 pages! :-)

Click here for a longer overview and link to the full report.

Top 10 Intriguing AIP Electronics

Our AIP Tech Advisor Laurie Orlov attended the 2009 Consumer Electronic Show and identified some products she feels have an interesting appeal to boomers and beyond. Phones, monitors, some brand new and other products soon to be launched - check out her list at:

http://blog.aipathome.com/

Talk To Us!

Your rants, raves and suggestions are always welcome....especially the raves!  Seriously, let us know what we can do to help bring you the information and access to other resources to best age-in-place in the home and community of your choice.  Send your comments to talktous@aipathome.com.