Small House Model Consulting
Design for dignity. Operate for empowerment.
Small House Living isn’t just about floorplans—it’s about flipping the institutional model on its head. At AgingIN℠, we help communities design and operate homes that support the human experience of living.
Culture Change, The Right Way.
The Small House movement grew from the broader culture change initiative—a reimagining of aging services that focuses on relationships, choice, and meaning. At AgingIN, we carry that torch forward in a way that’s practical, scalable, and deeply human.
Small House. Big Difference.
Rooted in the principles of culture change, Small House Living transforms the long-term care experience. It goes beyond being “home-like” to create a true home, with the spaces, privacy, and rhythms of daily life that any of us would want for ourselves or a loved one.
- Small-scale living (often 10-12 elders per home) but may expand up to 16 elders per home.
- Private bedrooms and bathrooms for dignity and personal space.
- Open kitchen with access to food and drinks 24/7.
- Direct, unrestricted access to the outdoors and nature.
- Welcoming community spaces designed for comfort and connection. Intentional removal of institutional features and clinical cues.
Operational Designs & Workforce Roles.
The Small House model reimagines how care teams function—replacing hierarchy and task-based routines with empowered, versatile teams who operate with autonomy, accountability, and deep connection to the people they support.
- Consistent, versatile care professionals with cross-trained, blended roles.
- Self-managed teams with shared responsibility and decision-making.
- A culture of coaching, mentoring, and continuous team learning.
- Engaged executive leadership committed to sustaining the model.
- Operational autonomy within each home to meet elders’ needs in real time.
The Human Experience Of Living.
At its core, this model prioritizes the lived experience of elders— fostering meaningful relationships, honoring personal choice, and creating opportunities for purpose, growth, and connection every day.
- A deeply person-directed culture that honors autonomy and voice.
- Daily routines aligned with elders’ natural rhythms and preferences.
- Strong, trust-based relationships rooted in “deep knowing”.
- Meaningful engagement and opportunities for purpose and joy.
- Emphasis on social connection, belonging, and emotional well-being.
- High-quality clinical care that supports wellness, choice, and growth.
These principles deliver results: better quality of life for residents, lower staff turnover, and operational efficiencies through happier, more stable teams.
More Than Consulting: It’s Strategic Partnership With Purpose.
AgingIN provides structured guidance, operational support, and learning tools for organizations advancing small house care models.
Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, AgingIN helps align environment, workforce, and culture to realize a better experience for elders and those who support them.
Ready to trade tasks and schedules for purpose and possibility? We’ll help you get there—one home, one team, one person at a time.