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Why Green Housing and Green Neighborhoods Are Important to the Health and Well-Being of Older Adults
Wells, N. M., & Laquatra, J. (2009). Why Green Housing and Green Neighborhoods Are Important to the Health and Well-Being of Older Adults. Generations, 33(4), 50-57.
This article examines the importance of green residential environments to the health and well-being of older adults. The authors place the connection between health and the environment in a historical context and review evidence specifically related to the health of older adults. The authors compare the criteria for green housing and healthy housing and also examine emerging trends related to green senior housing and neighborhoods, including elder cohousing, the sustainable sites initiative, and assessment of health impact.
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