5 habits that could help keep you out of a nursing home, from an orthopedic surgeon

Three in four Americans aged 50 and older would like to remain in their homes as they age, according to the AARP — and preserving that independence starts with daily habits.

Dr. Vonda Wright, a double board-certified orthopedic surgeon, author and authority on active aging and mobility, who is based in Orlando, Florida, said there are three main problems that can make it difficult for older adults to age in place.

Those include difficulty getting up from a chair and caring for themselves...