There is an increasing demand for housing options that cater to the needs of older adults. Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability” (LOHAS) retirement homes that offer sustainable living options and amenities designed to support healthy living and lifestyle. There is an increasing demand for housing options that cater to the needs of older adults. Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability” (LOHAS) retirement homes that offer sustainable living options and amenities designed to support healthy living and lifestyle. This study aims to assess the housing feature preferences of older adults and identify the key features that are important for LOHAS retirement homes. Previous research on senior housing preferences has uncovered several interesting trends. Indeed, a significant portion of the elderly population, particularly those aged 85 and over, still aspire to remain in their own homes for as long as feasible. Furthermore, studies have found that young-old seniors (aged 60-74) are more likely to own a retirement home that supports their overall health and well-being within a senior-friendly neighborhood.This study aims to assess the housing feature preferences of older adults and identify the key features that are important for LOHAS retirement homes. This study used a quantitative approach including a survey. The survey includes 3 main attributes consisting of physical, location and financial. The findings reveal that financial loans or mortgages have a significant impact on LOHAS retirement homes ownership.
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Kasim, A. C., Azman, N., Aziz, N., Zaini, F., & Nazar, N. (2024). Reinventing Lohas: Assessing Housing Features Preferences for Retirement Homes. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 14(8), 1376–1384.
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