A Microcosm for Healthy Aging in Arizona

The primary objective of this study is to explore the lived experience of individuals in CCRCs, with a focus on healthy aging within the United States healthcare system, using Arizona as a representative example of broader regional healthcare structures. This objective was guided by three research questions: 1) How do residents in CCRCs perceive healthy aging within the context of their community? 2) Do specific features of the built environment either facilitate or hinder individual health objectives? 3) Is there a connection between healthy aging and access to healthcare within CCRCs? The anticipated outcomes aim to offer fresh perspectives on residents' perceptions within these communities, examining how particular features either bolster or pose challenges to their health objectives. These perspectives will ultimately offer new insights into planned community design at a granular level within the American context.