ICAA
What's new: Unlocking the future: Closing the gap between consumer expectations and community offerings in senior living report.

Articles

Back to previous page

A city of "good and long life" by Julie King, MS

As the global population ages and life expectancies increase, cities around the world are facing the necessity of adapting their physical and social infrastructure and healthcare systems accordingly. Arnsberg, a city of 75,000 in western Germany, had the keen foresight more than 30 years ago to seek to deliberately and creatively enhance the lives of older adults. Its Department of Future Aging (DFA) came out of these beginnings, giving a focus and momentum to efforts. Today, Arnsberg serves as an insightful forerunner and role model for other cities.

This is a benefit of membership. If you are not an ICAA member you will need to purchase a membership for access. To learn more here

icaa 100 members