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All baby boomers will be age 65 and above by 2029, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. At that point, more than 20 percent of the U.S. population will be over the traditional retirement age.
If you’re helping clients make decisions about homes that will meet their needs as they age, Hy-Lite, a U.S. Block Windows Company, has three suggestions for windows that will be suitable for homeowners aging in place.
Easy-to-operate windows. Easy-to-open slider windows that glide along a track are much easier on the back and joints than “push-and-pull” double- and single-hung windows. Windows that have simple, smooth cranks are another easy option.
