IDC2024 'NORCs - Aged Care Communities of the Future'
September 5th, 2024
Sydney, Australia

Downsizing often disrupts identity, orientation and social cohesion, undermining ageing in place. Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs) are village-like, mixed-age environments shown to improve physical and cognitive wellbeing. Science-driven, dementia-friendly art helps recreate NORC culture through salient, familiar landmarks that restore belonging and autonomy.
https://idc2024.paperlessevents.com.au/presenters/2030
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Downsizing often disrupts identity, orientation and social cohesion, undermining ageing in place. Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs) are village-like, mixed-age environments shown to improve physical and cognitive wellbeing. Science-driven, dementia-friendly art helps recreate NORC culture through salient, familiar landmarks that restore belonging and autonomy.

