The literature on the concept of “aging in place” covers a wide range of areas; however,
there is no consensus on how it should be defined or on the influencing factors. This …

An earlier theoretical model equated the construct of residential normalcy with older persons
positively appraising their residential environments. Failing to achieve congruent places to …

The concept of “ageing in place” has become increasingly significant in the environmental
gerontology literature. Despite its predominance, there have been limited efforts to offer a …

The decision to relocate in old age is intricately linked to thoughts and desires to stay put.
However, most research focuses either on strategies that allow people to age in place or on …

This paper addresses the question of how older adults' experiences of home maintenance
issues shape their opportunities to maintain ageing in place. We explore this question …

In light of housing affordability concerns, we examine older people's experiences of renting
within a context of enduring home-ownership norms and aspirations. Adapting Clapham's …

To support older adults' desire to age in place, their housing needs must be well understood.
However, little research has explored housing needs from older adults' point of view. This …

Providing the first UK assessment of environmental gerontology, this book enriches current
understanding of the spatiality of ageing. Sheila Peace considers how places and spaces …

Creating Aging-Friendly Communities (CAFC) examines the need to redesign America's
communities to respond to the realities of our rapidly aging society. The text focuses on the …

The concept of aging in place attracts older adults, scholars, policymakers, and service
providers alike. Interviews with 125 independent-dwelling men and women (mean age 71 …