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Sir Chris Whitty's acknowledgement of the critical need to ensure that we deliver better housing choices for our ageing population is to be welcomed, and is a timely contribution towards the deliberations of the government's Older Peoples' Housing Task Force. We need a strong national planning policy presumption if favour of new specialist housing for older people, of all types and tenures, to help improve the quality of life for older people and to consequently, reduce the cost burden on our health and social care services. https://lnkd.in/ePP7acdH

With the number of older adults in Colorado projected to double by 2050 and a growing national crisis when it comes to housing our aging population, communities across the state are grappling with the imperative to create more affordable housing units for this demographic. Check out this month's issue of Healthcare, Senior & Life Sciences Quarterly from Colorado Real Estate Journal to learn more about the creative approaches MGL Partners and Silvery Key are implementing to create more affordable housing for aging adults here in Colorado. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gCsujzJQ

Looking forward to updates on this important effort that "considers the...things all people need as they age, such as coordinated housing and services, aligned health care and supportive services, accessible communities, age-friendly workplaces, and high-quality long-term services and supports [including]...key issues and work underway across the federal government, such as availability of affordable and accessible housing and promoting economic and financial security." https://lnkd.in/gsK_BbSf

The senior living industry is holding the assisted living model up as a solution to strengthening social connections for older adults in the wake of the US Surgeon General’s advisory on the public health crisis of loneliness. At Felizdom it is our key drive to create a community where our members are like minded and can continue to thrive for the best part of their life. #Felizdom #lonelinessepidemic #seniorliving #independentliving https://lnkd.in/g8q_SgGk

Recent research from the Eviction Lab show that rising rents and evictions contribute to premature deaths. Two major findings were: 1) High cost of housing increases the risk of dying earlier for renters. 2) Simply being threatened with an eviction – even when the case does not result in an eviction judgment – was associated with a 19% increase in mortality. The research suggests that policies such as rental vouchers and low-income housing development incentives may lead to improved public health.

Addressing health disparities requires Innovative and collaborative strategies such as the ones highlighted in this article by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health “That homeowners have 40 times the wealth as renters speaks to how much more advantaged homeowners are when it comes to being able to provide healthy, stable environments for their families.” #healthdisparities

#ICYMI: the United States is getting a national multisector plan on aging! This plan provides a roadmap for building #agefriendly communities in every region of our country, increasing access and removing barriers to transportation, healthcare, housing and more! For more details, read the press release below or register for a public webinar about the plan on June 10, 2pm: https://lnkd.in/ec_UwARA

We're thrilled to see actual data from National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC) on the benefits of #seniorlivingcommunities! While the majority of older adults express preference for aging in place, it's not always the best option. It's time to combat fear with facts: on the whole, quality senior living communities are committed to the health and happiness of their residents, and communal senior living is a solid solution to combat loneliness, isolation, mobility and a host of other challenges we face as we get older. https://lnkd.in/e5CuP5_E

When transitioning to a senior living community, one of the initial steps is undergoing a needs assessment. This critical evaluation is tailored to assess the physical and cognitive health of elderly individuals, facilitating the provision of personalized care suited to their requirements. To ensure you're well-prepared, we've written this article on important things to note before a needs assessment: - What areas do needs assessments cover? - Who is involved in the needs assessment process? And much more. Read the article here https://bit.ly/3J7WcJ0 and keep yourself informed. Give me call to learn more about the wide range of different options in Senior Living: 754-600-3390 https://lnkd.in/gMdsxJNS