Category Archives: Housing
Senior Housing Options: Massachusetts
EngAGE is always interested in learning about housing options for seniors in other parts of the country. Here are three stories from Massachusetts that we think you’ll find interesting, too: Amesbury Housing Authority’s Heritage Towers is part of a “supportive housing … Continue reading
Proposed New LGBT Housing in San Francisco
Although it will be several more years before the project gets underway, the need is already apparent. “The 55 Laguna Project in San Francisco would include 330 multifamily market rate units, at least 32 affordable family units and…109 apartments geared … Continue reading
Culturally Sensitive Senior Living
Nikkei Senior Gardens in Arleta, CA (a district in the San Fernado Valley, adjacent to LA), was designed especially to attract older Japanese residents. “Nikkei celebrates Japanese culture, including Japanese language and cooking classes, walking proximity to the community center, … Continue reading
Retiring Near a College Campus
Many seniors are opting to retire or move to homes near college campuses. This choice is appealing because of access to both classroom opportunities as well as a community who shares an interest in intellectual stimulation. “During the last decade…a nationwide movement…to create more integrated, … Continue reading
Discovering the Upside of Downsizing
Downsizing is a necessary activity for many empty-nesters and others who are moving to smaller spaces. The process can feel overwhelming, but the results can be liberating. Read more here in an article by Katy Read for Minnesota’s Star Tribune.
Fifty Facts About Older Adults
May is Older Americans Month and, in honor of the occasion, the Masters in Health Care blog featured a terrific list of “Fifty Fascinating Aging Facts.” Are you surprised to learn that your brain never stops growing? Or that drivers over sixty-five have fewer … Continue reading
American Society on Aging
The American Society on Aging held its National Conference in San Francisco last week. Maureen Kellen-Taylor attended as a member of a panel on “Housing Innovations and Emerging Trends: Non-conventional Models to Match Boomers’ Wants and Needs.” She presented the … Continue reading