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Investigating the Potentials of Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs) and NORC-Supportive Service Programs for Aging in Place Among Senior Residents in Low-rise Housing Areas of Seoul - A Case Study of Mangwon 1 dong and 2 dong -

서울 저층주거지의 지역사회 계속거주를 위한 자연발생 노인 커뮤니티(NORC) 및 서비스지원프로그램(NORC-SSP) 도입 가능성 기초연구 - 망원 1, 2동의 사례를 중심으로 -

  • Kim, Yerie (Dept. of Architecture, Seoul National University) ;
  • Park, So Hyun (Dept. of Architecture, Seoul National University)
  • Received : 2023.07.28
  • Accepted : 2023.12.21
  • Published : 2024.01.30
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Abstract

As the aging population increases, numerous studies on South Korea's elderly community have emerged. The elderly tend to stay in their familiar communities due to the emotional and economic challenges associated with moving. Similar models, like Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs) in the United States and Canada, support high-density areas where the elderly naturally reside. To effectively sustain NORCs and address their shortcomings, it's crucial to implement suitable NORC Supportive Service Programs (NORC-SSPs). Customized NORC-SSPs should be developed based on community vitality and senior residents' characteristics. This study explores the applicability of NORCs in South Korea, specifically focusing on Mangwon-dong, an old low-rise residential area in Seoul. The research considers both Vertical and Horizontal NORCs, revealing positive outcomes for Aging in Place, active aging through walking activities, and community vitality in low-rise residential areas. However, low satisfaction with housing conditions in Horizontal NORCs emphasizes the need for environmental improvements and NORC-SSP supplementation. The findings from Mangwon-dong could extend to exploring NORCs in other low-rise residential areas in Seoul, addressing the growing concentration of the elderly population.

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