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The Village Model is a membership-driven grassroots organization that underlines the provision of supportive services such as transportation, home maintenance, and companionship (Greenfield et al. 2012). It is an innovative consumer-driven approach that aims to promote aging in place through a combination of member supports, service referrals, and consumer engagement (Scharlach et al. 2011).
“Aging in place” is defined as the preference of an older adult to live in the residence of their choice as they age and being able to have necessary support system and service as their needs change with the age.
Introduction
Policymakers have long supported and focused on several concepts and initiatives regarding aging in place, livable communities, and long-term care services. The Administration on Aging (AOA), Center for Disability (CFD), and Center for Aging and Community have combined to become the advocates for...
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Subedi, M. (2019). Village Model for Aging in Place. In: Farazmand, A. (eds) Global Encyclopedia of Public Administration, Public Policy, and Governance. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-31816-5_3838-1
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