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[The social city and the elderly].
1Bundestransferstelle Soziale Stadt, Deutsches Institut für Urbanistik, Zimmerstr. 13-15, 10969, Berlin, Deutschland. boehme@difu.de
Zeitschrift Fur Gerontologie Und Geriatrie
|April 13, 2010
Summary
The "Socially Integrative City" program overlooks the elderly. Greater focus on their housing, local needs, and participation is crucial for inclusive neighborhood development.
Area of Science:
- Urban planning
- Gerontology
- Social inclusion
Context:
- The "Socially Integrative City" (Soziale Stadt) program currently does not prioritize the elderly.
- Older adults have specific needs regarding housing, local amenities, mobility, and health.
- Integration of immigrants is also a relevant consideration for this demographic.
Purpose:
- To highlight the need for a greater focus on the elderly within urban development programs.
- To identify key areas of action important to older adults for integrated neighborhood development.
- To emphasize the necessity of active participation and local partnerships for successful implementation.
Summary:
- Older adults are a key demographic for urban planning, yet are underserved by current "Socially Integrative City" initiatives.
- Essential considerations for the elderly include housing, living environment, local supply, mobility, and health promotion.
- Effective neighborhood development requires intense activation and participation of the elderly, alongside strong local partnerships.
Impact:
- Recommends a shift in urban planning focus to better accommodate the needs of the elderly population.
- Advocates for the inclusion of older adults in the planning and execution of neighborhood development projects.
- Stresses the importance of collaboration between government, social services, housing associations, businesses, and local initiatives for successful community building.
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