Study: More Senior Living Communities Needed

A new report from the Center for Housing Policy says that many states are not adequately prepared to meet their seniors' needs and should take a look at expanding housing assistance to accommodate them.

One potential way to do this, the study notes, is to broaden the Home- and Community-Based Services Medicaid waiver program. Other options include supporting the growth of continuing care retirement communities and assisted living, creating flexible zoning rules and expanding transportation services for seniors.

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