The Journal of Aging and Social Change
Promoting and Implementing Active Aging in Italy
Aging is a significant challenge: The number of people aged 80 and over is expected to rise from 142 million in 2020 to 426 million by 2050, per the World Health Organization. In Italy, where older adults represent a substantial share of the population, innovative models are needed to promote active, healthy, and inclusive aging beyond traditional care-based approaches. This article presents an exploratory qualitative case study named Abitare Villa Mater, focusing on the design and implementation process of a pilot …