Document Type

Article

Publication Date

8-2021

Abstract

Large numbers of people in many countries report being lonely with rates highest among the very old. Does the built environment affect loneliness among older people and if so, how? Using a scoping review, we examined associations between loneliness and built environments at the block, neighborhood, and city scales The (a) neighborhood environment has received most attention. Research has also examined (b) urban contexts, (c) housing, and (d) transportation access. Findings are mixed with the stronger evidence that local resources, walkability, overall environment quality, housing options, and nearby transportation alternatives can help combat loneliness.

Publication Title

Journal of Planning Literature

ISSN

0885-4122

Publisher

Sage Publications, Inc.

Volume

37

Issue

1

First Page

28

Last Page

48

DOI

10.1177/08854122211035131

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