I am 93 and still living in my own home. Fortunately, my son was living alone (he is 67) and decided to move in with me. A cople of thngs that have helped in this transition are my Grabber , sock helper, long shoe horn, and lotion applier. I have both hips and knees, and a shoulder replacement along with 3 fractured vetebraes (ostoporosis and arthritis). These tools have been great, but be sure and try them out before purchase there is a wide difference in these tools. I also have a lift chair,, helps a lot in getting up and down (so far no wheel chair).
I also purchased a small flip phone with an emergency buttun. I have a small carrying case and hook it to my belt. It is a great phone, but it is also great if I have a fall or other emergency, but I can still use the phone for regular calls. Hope this may be of some help
Gina5009