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Developing Age-Friendly Cities and Communities: Eleven Case Studies from around the World
Samuèle Rémillard-Boilard1, Tine Buffel2, Chris Phillipson2
1Research Centre on Aging, CIUSSS de l'Estrie-CHUS, Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, QC J1K 2R1, Canada.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|December 30, 2020
Summary
This study examines progress in age-friendly cities and communities globally. Key priorities for developing age-friendly initiatives include shifting perceptions of aging and better engaging diverse older populations.
Area of Science:
- Urban Planning
- Gerontology
- Public Health Policy
Background:
- The World Health Organization (WHO) promotes age-friendly cities and communities globally.
- The WHO Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities connects over 1100 cities worldwide.
- Limited research exists on the actual progress and challenges faced by these cities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the research gap concerning the progress of age-friendly city initiatives.
- To compare the experiences of eleven cities in eleven countries implementing age-friendly programs.
- To identify key goals, achievements, and challenges in local age-friendly development.
Main Methods:
- A multiple case study approach was employed.
- Eleven cities across eleven countries were selected for comparison.
- The study analyzed local age-friendly programs' goals, achievements, and challenges.
Main Results:
- Four key priorities for the age-friendly movement were identified.
- These priorities include changing perceptions of older age.
- Other priorities involve engaging key actors, meeting diverse older adult needs, and enhancing program planning and delivery.
Conclusions:
- The findings offer insights into the development of age-friendly initiatives worldwide.
- The study highlights the need for strategic planning and stakeholder involvement.
- Implications for future research and policy in creating age-friendly environments are discussed.
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