Perhaps thanks to a struggling economy and an
unpredictable stock market that has resulted
in many retirement nest eggs being decimated,
more and more adult children are welcoming their
aging parents into their homes. Such living situations
have led to a growth in in-law suites.
In-law suites are often created by converting a
room in the house, such as the basement or even a
garage, into a livable suite. Such suites can benefi t
elderly relatives who might have been dealt an unforeseen
fi nancial blow. But in-law suites can also
benefi t younger homeowners who want to see their
parents more. In addition, when older men and
women move in with their adult children, they can
provide some necessary relief from the escalating
cost of daycare.
But before building an in-law suite in their
home, homeowners might want to heed the following
tips:
Be certain it is legal. Making changes to your
home may require a permit, particularly if your inlaw
suite will be an entirely new addition to your
property and not just a strict room remodel. Contact
your local zoning board to ensure the project is
within your rights as a homeowner.
Consider the health of your in-laws when
making plans. Many in-law suites are occupied by
aging relatives who might not be able to get up and
down stairs as easily as they used to. That makes
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accessibility of the suite a top priority. Typically,
it’s best to locate in-law suites on the fi rst fl oor, so
relatives won’t fi nd it diffi cult to get in and out of
the suite.
Don’t overlook privacy. Just because your
parents or in-laws will be moving in doesn’t mean
they don’t still value their privacy. Chances are
your relatives will initially feel as though they are
invading your space and your privacy, so be sure
the suite affords adequate privacy to all members
of the household. It might be best to build the suite
so it has its own separate entrance from the rest of
the home. The suite should also have its own full
bathroom and, if possible, its own kitchen area so
your in-laws can cook for themselves and entertain
their own guests without feeling like a burden. A
second kitchen is also something to discuss with a
zoning board, as some locales prohibit having two
complete kitchens in a single residence.
Tailor certain amenities to the elderly. If
your in-laws are older, install certain amenities,
such as grab bars in the shower and bathroom,
during the initial construction so you won’t have
to make changes down the road. Install easy-open
drawers and make sure the suite has ample lighting.
Remember to install safety features. Safety
features like fi re, smoke, and carbon monoxide detectors
are a necessity. Make sure the alarms on
each of these detectors are loud enough so elderly
men and women who have hearing loss can hear
them without issue. Make sure all walkways leading
to the in-law suite have motion-detecting lamps
at night to reduce risk of falling. Also, if the suite
will be a separate building from your house, such
as a converted pool house or detached garage, install
an intercom system that connects with the
main house so your relatives can easily reach you
in case of emergency.
In-law suites are becoming more popular as a
greater number of older adults are moving in with
their adult children. Such suites can bring families
closer together and prove benefi cial for all parties
involved.
Wellness
Things to consider when
building an in-law suite
Many seniors are moving in with their adult children to help
care for grandkids and provide some relief from a sagging
economy.
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