Livable Design By Eskaton™ In The News . . .

Why “Green” is the Color of Aging at Eskaton

Mention the word “aging” to most Americans and the color gray may come to mind as they anticipate gray hair or reflect on the graying of the nation’s population. But mention the same word to residents and clients of Eskaton, a LeadingAge member in Carmichael, CA, and they’ll most likely tell you that aging is all about being “green.”

Through a wide-ranging Ecology Initiative, Eskaton is embracing what it calls “generativity:” the philosophy that one generation helps the next by practicing comprehensive resource conservation. The organization is serious about >> Read more

(LIVABLE COMMUNITIES AWARDS) Four Recognized for Excellence in Accessibility-Driven Home Design

AARP's Amy Levner tells HSR the Livable Communities Awards help market the concept of universal design, which is often linked to homeowners who are aging in place. AARP and NAHB recognize Seattle-based ZAI Inc., California-based Eskaton, Illinois-based Lakota Group and Georgia-based Yorkshire Enterprises of the top examples of planners and developers doing top-quality, accessibility-driven home and community design. >> Read More

(AGING IN PLACE) Universal Design Certification Launched by Senior Housing Developer

Though green building certification appears to be a hot, new trend in the housing industry, a California-based seniors housing provider is trying to blaze a trail for universal design certification. >> Read More