Reimagining Age-Friendly Communities: Urban ageing and spatial justice

Buffel, Tine; Doran, Patty; Yarker, Sophie

Abstract

How can we design, develop and adapt urban environments to better meet the needs and aspirations of an increasingly diverse ageing population? 

This edited collection offers a new approach to understanding the opportunities and challenges of creating ‘age-friendly’ communities in the context of urban change. Drawing together insights from leading voices across a range of disciplines, the book emphasises the urgent need to address inequalities that shape the experience of ageing in urban environments.

The book combines a focus on social justice, equity, diversity and co-production to enhance urban life. Exploring a range of age-friendly community projects, contributors demonstrate that, despite structural obstacles, meaningful social change is achievable at a local level.

• Book Type: Edited Book
• Publication Date: Jun 5, 2024
• Deposit Date: Apr 18, 2025
• Publicly Available Date: Apr 23, 2025
• Publisher: Policy Press
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• ISBN: 978-1-4473-6855-7
• Publisher URL: https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/reimagining-age-friendly-communities