The Social and Built Environment in an Older Society

The Social and Built Environment in an Older Society
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 305
Release: 1988-02-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0309037808

Third in the series, this book addresses the social implications of architectural and interpersonal environments for older people. It suggests how society and its structures can enhance the productivity of, and preserve the quality of life for, older residents in a community. The study investigates new approaches to the problem, including new housing alternatives and new strategies for reflecting the needs of the elderly in housing construction.