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BOSTON PUBLIC RADIO
11:24 am
Thu October 11, 2012
30 Issues Discussion: Elderly Housing
Credit Travis Jon Allison / Flickr
Housing for the elderly has become an increasingly pressing issue. More baby boomers will retire in the coming years, and those with fewer financial resources may face the threat of homelessness.
Callie Crossley continues our 30 Issues in 30 Days coverage talking with Anna Bissonnette, founder and board member of Hearth.
The mission of Bissonnette's organization is to find housing for homeless and low-income elderly. As our population ages and entitlement funds dry up, more older adults struggle to find a place to live.
This issue hasn't received a lot of campaign attention, but we talk through the implications of having vulnerable populations wrestling not only with health and happiness, but basics like food and shelter, too.
GUEST:
- Anna Bissonette, founder and board member of Hearth (formerly known as the Committee to End Elder Homelessness).
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