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The Senior Cohousing Handbook: A Community Approach to Independent Living, 2nd Edition,Used
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How to make your senior years healthy, safe, social, and stimulating.'Architect and author Chuck Durrett's recently released book Senior Cohousing Handbook comes at a time of high interest in greening, sustainable housing and affordable living concerns. Durrett's new book is a comprehensive guide for baby boomers wishing to continue vibrant, active lifestyles.' EPR Real Estate News'Make your senior years safe and socially fun with the idea of senior cohousing and a book on the topic that shows how seniors can custombuild their neighborhood to fit their needs. This is housing built by seniors, not for them, and emphasizes independence and social networking. Any library strong in gerontology or social science and many a general lending library needs this. James A. Cox, The Midwest Book Review'As a Baby Boomer, I've joked for a few years that we'll all end up living communally again because Social Security will be broke...This is one of the better ways to envision it.' Sacramento BeeNo matter how rich life is in youth and middle age, the elder years can bring on increasing isolation and loneliness as social connections lessen, especially if friends and family members move away.Senior cohousing fills a niche for this demographicthe healthy, educated, and proactive adults who want to live in a social and environmentally vibrant community. These seniors are already wanting to ward off the aging process, so they are unlikely to want to live in assisted housing. Senior cohousing revolves around custombuilt neighborhoods organized by the seniors themselves in order to fit in with their real needs, wants, and aspirations for health, longevity, and quality of life.Senior Cohousing is a comprehensive guide to joining or creating a cohousing project, written by the US leader in the field. The author deals with all the psychological and logistical aspects of senior cohousing and addresses common concerns, fears, and misunderstandings. He emphasizes the many positive benefits of cohousing, including: Better physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health Friendships and accessible social contact Safety and security Affordability Shared resourcesSuccessful aging requires control of ones life, and today's generation of seniorsthe baby boomerswill find that this book holds a compelling vision for their future.Charles Durrett is a principal at McCamant & Durrett in Nevada City, California, a firm that specializes in affordable cohousing. He coauthored the groundbreaking Cohousing with his wife and business partner, Kathryn McCamant.
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- Q: What is the main focus of The Senior Cohousing Handbook? A: The Senior Cohousing Handbook primarily focuses on how seniors can create custom-built neighborhoods that cater to their needs, promoting independence, social networking, and a vibrant lifestyle.
- Q: Who is the author of The Senior Cohousing Handbook? A: The book is authored by Charles Durrett, a principal at McCamant & Durrett, a firm specializing in affordable cohousing.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various aspects of senior cohousing, including psychological and logistical considerations, common concerns, and the benefits of living in a cohousing community.
- Q: How does senior cohousing benefit older adults? A: Senior cohousing benefits older adults by fostering social connections, enhancing safety and security, promoting better health, and providing affordable living options.
- Q: Is The Senior Cohousing Handbook suitable for all seniors? A: Yes, the book is suitable for healthy, educated, and proactive seniors who are looking to maintain an active lifestyle and build a supportive community.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the 2nd Edition, published on May 1, 2009.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is classified as a used book in very good condition.
- Q: How many pages does The Senior Cohousing Handbook have? A: The book contains 301 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: Individuals interested in gerontology, social science, or those considering a cohousing project will find this book particularly beneficial.