# Aging in Place + Buying the Right Generator + Roseanne Cash’s Brownstone

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Podcast: [This Old House Radio Hour](https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-old-house-radio-hour-7435754)
Published: 2026-01-06T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Don’t wait for a fall to force change — aging in place is about smart decisions made early. This episode covers the home upgrades that protect your independence, a soulful tour of Roseanne Cash’s Chelsea brownstone, how to choose the right generator before a blackout, and real homeowner calls with practical fixes. In this episode you'll learn: *How to make simple aging-in-place upgrades, like safer entryways, bathrooms, and clear paths through your home, to prevent falls before they happen. (1:00) *How to repair hairline cracks in original plaster ceilings and know when simple patching is enough instead of replacing the ceiling. (9:00) *How to remove moss and lichen from your roof without damage, using soft washing instead of high-pressure spraying. (14:02) *How to handle an old dryer vent after switching to a ventless dryer, and why it’s smart to keep future options open. (19:25) *How to install a smart, lighted mirror on a tiled wall, including wiring it correctly and drilling tile without cracking it. (26:20)

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