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Topic- Community design
Multigenerational households mean upsizing
In the prior issue of ICAA Research Review (10[40] October 2012), a report pointed to the need for governments and private businesses to make housing appropriate for the functional abilities and personal interests of older adults. The results of a separate survey cast an additional light on future housing needs.
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New approaches needed to house an aging population
Professionals in the active-aging industry are well aware of the challenge of providing services for people who are 75 years and older as well as for the baby boom generation. A new report predicts that governments and private organizations will need to make changes to accommodate the varied needs of the aging population.
REPORT: The data in the report was compiled from a number of public and private sources.
Community design
Just as we thought, neighborhoods influence well-being
Earlier this year, the results of the I’DGO studies in Europe (ICAA Research Review [12]17 May 2012) confirmed that neighborhood features and walkable access to local shops, services and green spaces doubled an older person’s chances of achieving recommended levels of ‘healthy walking,’ improved their level and range of activities, and increased feelings of life satisfaction.
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Traffic lights timed too fast for older pedestrians
To go outdoors for enjoyment, errands or physical activity, people often need to cross a street. In the United Kingdom, green lights require pedestrians to cross at a speed above 1.2 meters (3.9 feet) per second.
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