Aging population requires enhanced housing, services

The aging business is big business.As the population of this country ages in general, and as retirees choose Colorado in particular, anticipation of a large population with special housing needs is driving the construction market.
In addition, there is a growing field of support services that specialize in geriatric concerns, and eventually there will be an increased need for personnel to staff the newly built facilities.
Of the three elements that are evolving to care for an aging population — housing, support services and staff — facilities rank as the major growth industry. Not only are the raw numbers up…