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social

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aging in place

aging in place Aging in place means continuing to live at home in later life while receiving the social care and support needed there.

Aging in place means continuing to live at home in later life while receiving the social care and support needed there. In this context, it emphasizes adapting home-based services to the preferences and needs of older people, including those living with dementia, so they can maintain equality, participation, and dignity.