AARP's survey reveals that adults aged 50 and older deeply desire to remain in their homes, with 72% favoring this choice indefinitely. While many are considering downsizing, their focus remains on safety and financial aspects rather than community amenities. The survey indicates an expectation for home modifications as they age, although it overlooks the crucial impact of driving restrictions that could affect their independence. This reflects a persistent inclination for suburban living over urban lifestyles, underscoring a disconnect between desires for community engagement and living conditions.
Americans want a fuller life, but they don't want to live where the amenities, the libraries and theaters and bookstores and where the other people are, which is in the city.
The vast majority of adults over 50 (72 percent) want to stay in their own home forever. If they do move, 75 percent would consider downsizing to a smaller single-family home.
Adults 50-plus expect to make changes as they age, including bathroom changes and anticipate the need for ramps and chair lifts.
Surprisingly, lower cost of living and feeling safer are more important factors for moving than being close to family and friends.
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