The intersectionality of aging and disability is an important aspect to understand. It is often said what makes a community better for an older adult, makes it better for everyone: a mom with a stroller, someone that is on crutches for an injury, someone that uses a wheelchair, etc..
Check out this issue brief from AARP regarding the Social Determinants of Health and the Aging Population . Many aspects of aging in place and feeling socially connected are tied to the accessibility of our built environments and outside spaces. After reading the brief, think about your own neighborhood and the positive and negative ways the built environment impacts your neighbors and diverse community members.
Watch this Ted Talk with Laura Poskin on “Reimaging Communities for All Ages.”
Click on the photo below to listen to a podcast and learn more about the history of the movements that helped ensure accessibility in our communities for all people:
Finally, please take time to listen to Meghan Hussey talk about designing a disability-friendly future in the below TedTalk:
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