Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging Identifies 10 Senior Living Trends
Summary
Evanston, IL, February 09, 2011 --( Trends are identified to allow developers and providers to address opportunities and create innovations to help shape the future of senior living relative to services, programs, amenities, and design.Fitness programs, wellness coaches, spa services, aquatics, saunas, and steam showers will be important features for the next generations of residents.Green House homes are self-contained residences for six to 10 older adults who receive comprehensive care by a self-managed work team and clinical support staff.Trends indicate that older adult living communities and care providers must anticipate and cater to the personal needs and interests of residents by offering options beyond the basics and include more comprehensive provision for in-home care.Trends are identified to allow developers and providers to address opportunities and create innovations to help shape the future of senior living relative to services, programs, amenities, and design.Green House homes are self-contained residences for six to 10 older adults who receive comprehensive care by a self-managed work team and clinical support staff.