Executive Summary
University Retirement Communities (URCs) are a growing trend among universities and senior living. URCs are an intriguing concept that benefits retirees and universities as they bring alums back to campus for their residences. This study investigates the interest level and preferences of Colorado Mesa University's alums and retired professors for an on-campus URC. This research is the first phase of the planning process for developing and operating a successful URC.
Keywords: University-Based Retirement Communities (UBRC), Continuing Care Retirement Communities, Senior Living Communities, Active Adult Communities
Recommended Citation
Demirciftci, Tevfik; Mathwich, Britt; and DeMicco, Fred
(2024)
"Research, Planning, and Development of a University Retirement Community (URC): A Strategic Lodging Opportunity,"
ICHRIE Research Reports: Vol. 9:
Iss.
1, Article 1.
Available at:
https://via.library.depaul.edu/ichrie_rr/vol9/iss1/1
