Life expectancy has steadily increased for over two centuries, driven by advancements in technology and medical science, while birth rates have consistently declined. The confluence of these trends has resulted in a progressively aging population, …
Home is where we age
Toward Understanding Everyday Lives of Older Adults: A Methodological Exploration
Background and Objectives Emerging trends in aging in place and increasing needs for home health care highlight the importance of researching older adults’ daily lives as they unfold within their residential environments. However, studies that …
Listen to the Elders: Design Guidelines for Affordable Multifamily Housing for the Elderly Based on Their Experiences
There is an increasing demand for affordable multifamily housing for a rapidly growing population of ethnic elders. Using the lived experiences of Korean American elders currently residing in affordable housing in the Midwest as one …