Design Pre-thesis 1 | Social Culture

The senior village community is a relatively new concept designed for active seniors who need very

little care. This type of housing arrangement allows seniors to live among other active people their

own age, thereby providing them with a sense of community and camaraderie.

Consisting of everything from patio homes to condominiums, senior community homes are designed for comfortable living, as they feature everything from wide doorways for wheelchairs and grab bars in the bathtub to call buttons in case of an emergency. The communities are also geared toward the active senior, as they often feature such amenities as transportation to nearby shopping centers and grocery stores, community activities and programs, and specialized services, such as home healthcare and cleaning services.

There are many senior communities that include everything from golf courses and private salons to clubhouses and swimming pools. Many serve as all-inclusive communities that allow residents to do

virtually everything within the safety and comfort of a gated community.