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Enhancing Older Adults’ Mobility in Active Living and Tiered Living Communities [Research Brief]
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2023-06-01
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Corporate Contributors:State of California SB1 2017/2018, Trustees of the California State University Sponsored Programs Administration ; United States. Department of Transportation. University Transportation Centers (UTC) Program ; United States. Department of Transportation. Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology
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Abstract:By 2030, there will be 10.8 million adults aged 60 and above in California, making up 25% of the state’s population. Quality of life for older people depends on their ability to move around, called “life-space mobility”. Studies show that older adults with more mobility are more active and have better health, which leads to a better quality of life. Older adults frequently need special housing that helps them stay active and involved in social, economic, and civic life. There are two main types of housing for older adults: active living communities and tiered living communities. However, older adults are often ignored when it comes to transportation planning, and their housing communities are not designed to fit their needs. This study looks at the regulations and design criteria of older adult communities in California, asks people about their experiences, and suggests improvements to make the communities better. The goal is to help California be ready for the significant increase in older adults in the coming years.
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