Recreating Neighborhoods for Successful Aging

ISBN: 9781932529241

出版年: 2009-2

页数: 288

定价: $ 44.01

内容简介

Drawing from the fields of gerontology, health sciences, community planning, landscape architecture, and environmental design, this groundbreaking resource provides an in-depth examination of current elder housing practices and strategies, alongside goals for the future. Expert contributors incisively explore interdisciplinary issues including * the causal relationship between health and the environment * challenges posed by America's automobile-dependent suburban communities * elder-friendly design principles, including universal design and defensible space * restorative benefits of nature and green environments *assistive technology that can support older adults' independence * retrofitting of naturally occurring retirement communities (NORCs) This compilation of research and practice is a vital tool for gerontologists, public health professionals, senior living administrators, rural and urban planners, architects, landscape architects, and policy makers.