Relocating to an assisted-living facility isn’t as popular a choice for the elderly as aging in place is, The Washington Post reports.
But there’s a new term to describe aging in place: naturally occurring retirement communities, or NORC. Residents of NORC choose to stay despite living in colder weather, having a bigger home than they need, and have to face the inconvenience of increased upkeep and higher costs.
According to the Washington Post, a strong attachment to the community is “among the most powerful incentives for aging residents to stay in a neighborhood.”
