1. Report: As the U.S. population of older adults surges, the nation’s housing and health care isn’t sufficient.
- Author
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Castillo, Andrew
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OLDER people , *HOUSING , *POPULATION aging , *DOMESTIC economic assistance , *MEDICAL care , *LONG-term health care - Abstract
A report from Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies reveals that the United States is ill-prepared to meet the housing and healthcare needs of its growing population of older adults. The report highlights the lack of accessible housing and inadequate government assistance for older adults who struggle to afford housing and healthcare services. It also emphasizes the financial challenges faced by homeowners and renters of color, as well as the impact of climate change on regions with a high concentration of older adults. The report calls for creative alternatives to existing models of care and housing to support the aging population, as well as increased funding and free long-term care options. The burden of providing healthcare and housing is increasingly falling on family members, resulting in significant economic costs and health risks for caregivers. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2023