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Increasing inclusivity: Designing age-friendly communities

By 2050, the worldwide population of people over 60 is expected to more than double – and the number of Australians living with dementia or a moderate to severe cognitive impairment is proportionately increasing. The result is a pressing need to plan and build physical and social environments in our cities that will optimize health and wellbeing for people as they age and provide opportunities for them to continue participating in community life and the workforce.

Ageing in place is becoming a strong desire of Australia’s baby boomers, and

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