What makes a community age-friendly: A review of international literature.
This paper undertakes a comprehensive review of the growing international literature on age-friendly communities. It examines a range of approaches and identifies the key attributes associated with creating a sustainable environment for seniors. The authors critically evaluate emerging policy trends and models and suggest directions for future research attention. The discussion provides important information and insights for the development of ageing policy and planning in Australia.
University of Queensland, Herston, Australia. c.lui@sph.uq.edu.au
Chi-Wai
CW
Lui
Jo-Anne
JA
Everingham
Jeni
J
Warburton
Michael
M
Cuthill
Helen
H
Bartlett
D000368:Aged; D000375:Aging / Q000523:psychology*; D001315:Australia; D006291:Health Policy; D016852:Housing for the Elderly; D006801:Humans; D057187:Independent Living / Q000523:psychology*; D012931:Social Environment