Ageing Population
It's Time for Federal Regulation of Retirement Villages
As Australia’s population ages, increasing numbers of seniors move to a growing number of retirement villages.
2017
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Dwelling in the Golden Years: Experiments in Senior Living
Global populations are aging—according to the UN, by 2030 the number of citizens aged 60 years or over is projected to grow by 56%, a figure which by 2050 is expected to double again, to a total of 2.1 billion seniors worldwide, skewed towards 'greying economies' such as those of the US and Europe.
2017
The downsizing cost traps awaiting Australian retirees – here are five reasons to be wary
This article debunks the myth of zero housing costs in retirement.
The concept of zero housing costs in retirement is based on a 1940s view of a well-maintained, single dwelling on a single allotment of land where the mortgage has been paid off.
2017
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Housing affordability crisis is bad for Gen Y but worse for Baby Boomers
Australia has the second-highest rate of poverty among those on pensions in all OECD nations. Our retirement system basically takes the inequality that exists in our society at the moment and then magnifies it in retirement.
2017
Health and welfare profile of Australian baby boomers who live in rented accommodation – implications for the future
Baby boomers who rent are often overlooked as an important sub-group. this research assessed the chronic conditions, risk factors, socio-economic factors and other health-related factors associated with renting in private or public housing.
2017
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Finding a Suitable Home for Older People at Risk of Homelessness in South Australia Summary Report
An emerging group of older South Australians on low incomes, the majority women, are living in insecure private rental housing paying unaffordable rents and just surviving on a pension.Many have lived conven onal working lives but find themselves in later life without housing security or affordability because they have not a ained home ownership or been eligible for public housing.Entering re reme
2017
'We're so far behind': Canada unprepared for housing needs of rising senior population
As the number of seniors continues to grow, experts say Canada is failing to prepare for the housing and home care needs of an aging population. Statistics Canada 2016 census figures revealed that the country recorded its greatest increase in the proportion of seniors. This increase will have implications on future policy making, in particular the housing needs of the elderly.
2017
Seizing the 'New Town' opportunity
The development of new towns presents a unique opportunity to plan and build communities which enable older people to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. In this article, we explore the opportunities arising at Northstowe, a new town of 10,000 homes in South Cambridgeshire.
The vision for Northstowe is a bold one.
2017
Housing for Seniors: Challenges and Solutions
The older population in the US is projected to grow rapidly, and although many seniors wish to remain in their homes for as long as possible, challenges related to affordability, accessibility, and poor linkages to health services may make doing so difficult.
Expanding the supply of aging-friendly housing options, rental assistance, home repairs and modifications, accessible residential design an
2017
Staying Power: Aging in Community and the Village Model
In the US, older adults are remaining in their homes in increasing numbers and are part of a paradigm shift that is transferring healthcare services from a centralized institutional model to a decentralized home-based model. However, a majority of homes older adults reside in lack basic accessibility features and are in predominantly suburban
locations that have limited transportation options.
2017
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