Government prepares guidelines for the use of unused public assets and new intergenerational housing models.
In Italy, 5.8 million elderly people live alone, and only a fraction receive continuous care. The proportion of people over 70 living without support is among the highest in Europe, and the phenomenon is set to grow.
Demographic and social pressure makes it urgent to find alternative housing solutions and it is then this framework is intergenerational cohousing, which connects different but complementary needs. On the one hand, the elderly seek safety, relationships and continuity of housing, while young people need affordable housing.
The model was included among the pillars of the riforma Of policies for people atnziane (DLgs 29 of 2024) Together with senior cohousing.
Implementation guidelines, required by the regulations, are being finalized.
The goal is to define a clear and replicable governance framework across territories.
The plan enhances already active experiences and respects local specificities.
An interministerial table dedicated to policies for the elderly population has been established.
The work also involves the steering committee for public real estate development.
Unused state buildings thus become a lever for urban and social regeneration.
Intergenerational cohousing is based on a pact of solidarity between young people up to 36 years old and older people.
Young people, particularly students and frail workers, are offered housing at subsidized costs.
The elderly are guaranteed a response to loneliness and the need for security.
The model aims to strengthen inclusive communities and mutually supportive relationships.
Alongside this is the development of senior cohousing for self-sufficient over-65s.
Peer sharing promotes sociality, autonomy and active aging.
The goal is to avoid early institutionalization and counteract social isolation.
Reducing loneliness also means preventing serious repercussions on the mental and physical health of the elderly.