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Housing for the Elderly The provision of housing specifically targeted for the elderly (assisted living, senior living, "mature" living, etc.) has become difficult in contemporary "sprawl" conditions. One problem is that many communities have restricted, or completely eliminated, multifamily housing. Another issue is that of walkability, as some of the elderly cannot drive but like to walk for exercise, shopping and/or social visits. Recently these problems have become more well-publicized, and various strategies are being formulated to deal with them.	Development patterns that don’t encourage interaction with neighbors Development patterns that don’t encourage interaction with neighbors Neighborhood opposition to higher density No alternatives to using a car to get places No mix of housing sizes, types, and income levels within neighborhoods No mix of uses (like corner groceries or drugstores) within neighborhoods No mix of uses (like corner groceries or drugstores) within neighborhoods No public transit Not enough sidewalks and bike trails Not pedestrian or bike friendly	Enables developers to take the lead in bringing quality growth type development to the community Encourages creation of vibrant, walkable community and neighborhood centers Non-controversial Since housing for the elderly is generally perceived as a positive, it can often overcome objections to high-density.	Magnolia Circle Apartments Rebuilding Together Macon Implementation Examples Outside Georgia

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Bibb County, GA - Rebuilding Together Macon, Inc., is a nonprofit that carries out repairs on the homes of elderly and disabled low-income residents. The group is active year-round, but its largest project occurs on the last Saturday in April, known as National Rebuilding Day--or more informally as Christmas in April--when volunteers come together to fix up about 100 dilapidated homes. Over the years the group has carried out home repairs with a market value of over $3 million.

DeKalb County, Ga - Magnolia Circle Apartments is an affordable housing option for DeKalb County seniors 62 and older. The $7.9 million development consists of 84 one-bedroom and two-bedroom ground-level apartments, with 80% leased as affordable units and 20% leased at market rate. Residents have access to a community building with a fitness center and activity room, community garden, and Georgia's first multifamily property Wildlife Preserve-Bird Sanctuary. It is also the first EarthCraft certified multifamily property in the country, in recognition of its environmentally-friendly design and construction.

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