The Direction of Housing Policy for the Elderly of Various Types

Abstract

In the case of Korea, as the entry into a super-aged society becomes a reality, various policies targeting the elderly are being implemented. In this dissertation, I have examined from what perspective it is rational to set the direction of housing policy, among various policies for the elderly. The main contents are summarized as follows. First, the supply entity of public (rental) housing should be diversified, and policies should be implemented to manage and quickly supplement aging housing. Second, rather than separating only the elderly and providing an integrated legal basis, it may be more appropriate to design and implement various types of housing models in each law in cooperation with related government agencies. Third, it is necessary to develop various types of housing models for the elderly. Fourth, it is necessary to allow the elderly to receive various services while living at home, and for the elderly in rural areas in poor conditions, it is necessary to ease the conditions of service. Fifth, in the case of housing renovation services for the elderly, it is necessary to establish a policy by receiving universal services rather than limiting the eligibility for application.