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November 17, 2023

More young people in the UK are living with parents and grandparents – here’s what you need to know if you’re considering it

Prabash Edirisingha, Northumbria University, Newcastle

Multigenerational households are the fastest growing household type in England and Wales but living with extended family is a commitment not to be taken lightly.

Caregiving in South Asian communities is characterized by close family bonds that emphasize respect for elders. (Shutterstock)

September 14, 2023

Navigating the complexities of caregiving for dementia in South Asian communities

Navjot Gill-Chawla, University of Waterloo

Dementia care in South Asian households is shaped by cultural, familial and societal forces that bring benefits and challenges.

A newly built accessory dwelling unit in Los Angeles. Alisha Jucevic/The Washington Post via Getty Images

June 5, 2023

How building more backyard homes, granny flats and in‑law suites can help alleviate the housing crisis

Jeff Kruth, Miami University and Murali Paranandi, Miami University

Though accessory dwelling units have been around for centuries, a recent survey found that 71% of Americans were unfamiliar with the concept.

Multiple generations living under one roof is becoming increasingly common. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston

August 15, 2022

Multigenerational living: A strategy to cope with unaffordable housing?

Kate Choi, Western University and Sagi Ramaj, University of Toronto

Our study reveals that the housing affordability crisis is having a pervasive impact on Canadian society. It is imposing constraints that alter the structure and composition of Canadian families.

After an extensive renovation, an old house in a laneway in Toronto became a new two-bedroom home. (LGA Architectural Partners, Ben Rahn/A Frame)

February 4, 2021

How cities can unlock the potential of laneway housing

Shelagh McCartney, Toronto Metropolitan University; Ellen Molloy, Toronto Metropolitan University; Ely DeSandoli, Toronto Metropolitan University; Frances Grout-Brown, Toronto Metropolitan University; Laura Lebel-Pantazopoulos, Toronto Metropolitan University; Paul Arkilander, Toronto Metropolitan University; Puneh Jamshidi-Moghadam, Toronto Metropolitan University; Riley Malthaner, Toronto Metropolitan University, and Sally Nicholson, Toronto Metropolitan University

Laneway suites could increase rental stock in established neighbourhoods without affecting their character. Toronto has lagged behind other cities in Canada and North America.

Elderly people form part of families and households, and fulfil important caregiving and economic roles. Getty/Klaus Vedfelt

April 26, 2020

Our research shows why it’s vital to protect older South Africans from coronavirus

Alexandra Parker, Gauteng City-Region Observatory and Julia de Kadt, Gauteng City-Region Observatory

Households headed by the elderly are likely to be particularly vulnerable in the COVID-19 pandemic.

The stereotype of a dependent generation who won’t leave home overlooks the many reasons adult family members choose to live together in the one house. SpeedKingz from www.shutterstock.com

November 27, 2016

Why adult children stay at home: looking beyond the myths of kidults, kippers and gestaters

Edgar Liu, UNSW and Hazel Easthope, UNSW

The stereotype of a dependent generation who won’t leave home ignores the many reasons adult family members choose to live together in the one house.

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