Four Challenges to Aging in Place

Within 20 years, one in five Americans—almost 80 million people—will be older than 65 and, surveys indicate, they will want to remain in the current homes for as long as possible. However, the country currently lacks the accessible housing units and supportive social services needed to accommodate these desires. Four challenges are particularly noteworthy: - Most homes are not accessible for older people with limited mobility - Many older Americans living at home will need long-term care, which is expensive - Millions of older adults cannot afford their current housing units - Older adults who live at home are often isolated