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32 <br /> DOMAIN 3: <br /> Housing ■ � �� <br /> Housing is an important part of safe and <br /> comfortable aging in communities. Housing in <br /> age-friendly communities should: ' , <br /> • Be affordable; ' <br /> • Be close to services, or have transportation <br /> options; <br /> • Have accessible design or offer modifications j <br /> and maintenance; <br /> • Provide a wide range of living options; <br /> • Be integrated into the community at large, <br /> especially long-term care facilities;and <br /> • Be safe and comfortable. <br /> Goal 3: Improve choice,quality,affordability,and stability of housing for older adults. <br /> OBJECTIVE <br /> STRATEGY 3.1.1 <br /> INDICATORS RESPONSIBLE <br /> 3.1.1a The Senior Housing Guide is updated every two years. OCDOA,UNC Partnerships in Aging Program <br /> 3.1.1b The Aging in Community speaker series is revitalized and 2-4 learning events OCDOA,UNC Partnerships in Aging Program <br /> per year are held.Example topics-Accessory Dwelling Units(ADU),Subdivision <br /> of larger homes to include older adult apartments,Intergenerational housing, <br /> Housing for Caregivers,Co-op housing,and CCRC-like options that are affordable <br /> such as Manley Estates,Adelaide Walters,Elderspirit,and Warm Hearth. <br /> Orange County Master Aging Plan 29 <br />