Yup. Definitely keeping ourselves in the best shape possible needs to be on there. For me with a dad who had lewy body, I would want to be on a team somewhere to have eyes on to do a nursing home when needed. Its a huge exception. Wandering off at night etc. With confusion, aging in place alone is out.

You are doing a lot to keep you going. I've decided to leave my church for a little bit and know ill miss
Being part of a community.

I also have a therapist who specializes in chronic conditions and chronic pain and geriatric is one of her groups to work with. If I can keep up having my good insurance I expect to see her for the rest of my life! Lol.
I'm also losing weight to be healthier.

Thanks for sharing that. All those things are good to think about in advance. I think a one story place is imperative or bing able to move your bedroom to the first floor and just disregard upstairs totally?

I think have esp a cat to not be the only heartbeat in your house. A dog if you can walk them which also gets us walking but know you would have to rehome them at some point.

For a cat, carrying in heavy litter is a consideration. I have started ordering the bigger, heavier packages from amazon. Cat food etc. I use a different kind of cat poop thing. Use pellets. Easier for aging wise crones!

Hobbies are great. I've had hobbies that bring my pleasure my whole life. I just bought a harmonica to learn. I'm start Print on demand t shirt creation. A little extra cash perhaps but a way to stay active.