Aging in Place

It's no secret that the baby boomer generation is getting older and living longer. That's why it's becoming increasingly important to create structures that allow people to live in their own homes for as long as comfortably possible. While this huge housing segment may not necessarily be looking for products that accommodate the impaired, builders can help extend livability in a home through the incorporation of design solutions that maintain quality of life and independence as people age.

Milgard is one of the few window and patio door manufacturers developing innovative products and solutions for this fast-growing market. A prime example is our own patented SmartTouch™ lock, an innovation that made us the first window manufacturer to receive the Arthritis Foundation Ease-of-Use Commendation, and only the window manufacturer to receive a 2008 Bronze IDEA award for design. Our two newest vinyl patio door lines come standard with the patent-pending SmartTouch™ door handle. Sleek and ergonomic, the handle is recognized for one-touch ease of use, and is also a recipient of the Arthritis Foundation Ease-of-Use Commendation.

Milgard is continually exploring ways to create products and solutions that help people live in their homes longer, more safely, comfortably and enjoyably. This is only the beginning.

Download our white paper on baby boomer behaviors toward livability and home ownership.