TO MOVE OR NOT TO MOVE?
 AARP Press Release of October, 2006

AARP released a new in-depth study, which dispels the common myth that a majority of the 60+ population packs up their belongings and moves to warmer climates at they age. The study was based on two tupes of data: an analysis of U.S. Census data nad survey data including 1,201 telephone interviews with residents age 60 and older. "Connectedness to family, friends and community is truly the emotional fabric of our society and these relationships are key factors in the decision to stay or move." The report also identifies key factors that motivate 60z+ residents to move to a different county. In fact, closer proximity to family, friends and children ranked high in the reasons cited for the move. In identifying local government priorities over the next five years, a large percentage of those residents 60+ focused on transportationa d housing as needs. These two topics came up in many different ways as concerns and considerations among both the 60+ population and community leaders. The results of this study provide both reassurance and challenges because we now know most people do want to sty in their homes and communities.

• More than 76% of the 60+ population think communities need to start paying more attention to the needs of its 60+ citizens