Senior Cohousing: An Alternative for Hawaii's Elderly

The goal of this project is to encourage the concept and building of senior cohousing communities in Hawaii. Senior cohousing communities offer the elderly an option to age in place and be engaged in a participatory process of designing, managing, and directing their living situation. This process of community building can aid in establishing and solidifying relationships that will foster interdependence among neighbors. The development of senior cohousing communities is accomplished by raising awareness in the architectural community and the general population, especially the elderly, to the concept, process, and the resources that can assist in the creation of these communities.