Gen Z is rich, contrary to popular belief

[rosarugosa]

My Mom hired a guy for years to do her gutters. Now I hire him on her behalf, and last year was the first year I asked him to put my house on the list, too. DH was a little reluctant, but I didn't have to twist his arm too hard, since apparently it isn't anyone's favorite task. I was thinking about his bad back, heavy ladder, awkward positioning, etc. more than falling, but of course that should probably be the major concern. It's a pretty easy thing to hire out and not terribly expensive.

[Rogar]

I can confirm. My fire/rescue agency responds to a lot of ladder mishaps. Apparently after A Certain Age, your balance degrades enough that ladders become deadly, plus, falling is harsher on you the older you are.

Every year I get a short lecture from my doctor about falls and seniors losing balance and supportive muscle. I know of two people who have died of head injuries from short falls. One on stairs, the other just working in the garage, and a third death from a broken hip and no recovery. He sends some of his seniors to a physical or occupation therapist for training and tips on balance, shoes, area rugs, etc. Sarcopenia could be one of the root causes for loss of balance as much as coordination and spacial orientation and is preventable to some degree. I'm finishing up the year with 1800 biking miles, some hiking, and stream wading while fishing, but there is no denying of certain aging conditions.

My gutter guard thoughts are elevated. No country for old men.