Housing needs for an increased aging population
Over the next 30 years the 65 and older age population will Double from about 47 million today to over 80 million. 20% of our Population will be at the age of 65 or over compared to about 14% today.
With the growing demand for housing to fit the old-age population, here are a few key amenities they will search for an easy Senior Citizen Living condition:
- Easy wide entry without steps
- Single level living area
- Open space with with wide doors to accommodate wheel chairs
- Large bathrooms with easy access
- Lower heights controls
