As seniors get older, the costs associated with an aging population increase. In an attempt to curb health care spending, governments have responded by embracing “aging in place” approaches. Aging in place has seniors stay in their homes as they age, instead of living in hospitals or long-term care facilities. While aging in place approaches are popular with seniors who want to remain in their homes and maintain their independence, they can have unintended consequences for low-income seniors.
This report examines the limitations of aging in place approaches for low-income seniors through the lens of Ontarians living in social housing.
