Journal of Housing for the Elderly

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Aging and Environment is an interdisciplinary forum for original empirical and theoretical research in environmental gerontology conducted in design disciplines (e.g., architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture, interior design), social and health sciences.

We publish high quality research that provides empirical evidence and informs policy and practice in development of appropriate and suitable environments for older adults.

This journal’s articles are useful for scholars, researchers, policymakers, design professionals, developers and the general public in understanding the interrelationship between older adults and the built and natural environments.

We publish research on a range of settings including home environment, housing, neighbourhood, public spaces and healthcare settings.

The journal covers: Original empirical research on environmental topics that primarily involve older adults; Theoretical research and critical or analytical reviews in aging and environment; Case studies of successful practitioner experiences on development of suitable environments for older people; Refinement of existing methods and/or development of new ones for evaluating the behavioral, programmatic and organizational aspects of environments; Translation of research findings into more usable informational modes for researchers, practitioners and policymakers.

Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Nursing and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Restoring and Sustaining Home: The Impact of Home Modifications on the Meaning of Home for Older People

  Citation: 135

  Authors: Bronwyn, Cheryl, Desleigh

• Impacts of Home Modifications on Aging-in-Place

  Citation: 118

  Authors: Eunju, Linda, Andrew, Judith

• Challenges to Aging in Place: Understanding Home Maintenance Difficulties

  Citation: 117

  Authors: Cara Bailey, Andrew J., Wendy A., Arthur D.

• Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities

  Citation: 77

  Authors: Michael E., Gail

• Should I Stay or Should I Go?

  Citation: 70

  Authors: Mary Ann, John, Heidi, Julie

• Preferences and Predictors of Aging in Place: Longitudinal Evidence from Melbourne, Australia

  Citation: 66

  Authors: Hal, Cathy Honge, Lisa, Colette

• Perceptions and Use of Gerotechnology: Implications for Aging in Place

  Citation: 60

  Authors: Atiya, Toshiko, Megan, Carmen

• Residential Relocation in Later Life: A Comparison of Proactive and Reactive Moves

  Citation: 58

  Authors: Natalie D., Byungdeok

• Meaning of Home in Later Life as a Concept to Understand Older Adults’ Housing Needs: Results from the 7 Age-Friendly Cities Pilot Project in Québec

  Citation: 57

  Authors: Catherine, Marie, Suzanne

• Effects of Therapeutic Gardens in Special Care Units for People with Dementia

  Citation: 57

  Authors: Rebecca Ory