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Age-Friendly Housing Models and Frameworks: A Systematic Review

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|Jun 2026

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Language: English
Page range: 45 - 59
Submitted on: Nov 12, 2024
Accepted on: Jun 4, 2026
Published on: Jun 13, 2026
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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