For a long time, moving to nursing homes or condo communities for people ages 65 and over were some of the only options for those who are aging. Living in single-family homes — especially if they have more than one level or are too large to clean easily — can be difficult for people as they grow older.
A growing number of cities are now beginning to think differently about how people can instead age in place , retrofitting neighborhoods to accommodate aging baby boomers.
One approach is the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), which is also sometimes called a"granny flat" or "in-law unit." The small homes are designed to go in backyards, so that aging parents can have independence and the option to live near their adult children.