Mac users: Increase text size by holding command and +. Decrease text size by holding command and -.Aging in Place: A State Survey of Livability Policies and Practices is a research report by the National Conference of State Legislatures and the AARP Public Policy Institute that offers state legislators and officials examples of state laws, policies, and programs that foster aging in place. Source: AARP
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Shaping Ageing Cities: 10 European case studies
This study looks at two global issues in aging: the global populating is aging at an unprecedented rate, and the global urban population is now larger than the rural population. Case studies examining the following ten European cities including Amsterdam, Berlin, Bruxelles, Copenhagen, Dublin, Lisbon, London, Madrid, Milan, and Paris, respond to these issues. Source: AURP
World report on ageing and health
“The World report on ageing and health outlines a framework for action to foster Healthy Ageing built around the new concept of functional ability. Making these investments will have valuable social and economic returns, both in terms of health and wellbeing of older people and in enabling their on-going participation in society.” Source: World Health Organization
2015 Age-Friendly Report: Inspiring Communities
The 2015 Age-Friendly Report: Inspiring Communities looks at the 8 domains of livability by featuring 16 communities who are working toward becoming more age-friendly. Domains include outdoor spaces and buildings, transportation, housing, social participation, respect and social inclusion, civic participation and employment, communication and information, and community and health services. Source: AARP
The Livability Economy: People Places, and Prosperity
The Livability Economy: People Places, and Prosperity, a report from AARP Livable Communities, shows how livability initiatives contribute to improved economic performance and a more vibrant, desirable and competitive environment for housing and commercial investment. The report’s framework focuses on design factors that feature the following livability outcomes that benefit older adults and people of all ages. Source: AARP