Two decades of research, a new edition full of ideas.

This inventive guide to multigenerational living has arrived at a crucial time, as the modern American family copes with the stresses of a changing society and the tidal wave of baby boomer retirement. This book offers solutions and guidance from three authors who bring their different experiences and expertise to this presentation of the challenges, realities, opportunities, and benefits of multigenerational living.

Under One Roof covers pertinent issues such as fast-rising life expectancies, the growing costs of elder care, the increasing need for childcare, and the new disconnectedness. In response, this timely book also explores designing homes to accommodate a fast-graying America; the positives of elders providing childcare; how to handle relationships with aging parents and communication issues within multigenerational living situations; hiring home caregivers; increasing the ability to comfort in hospice; and how to deal with the death of a loved one.

Under One Roof brings inspiration and opportunities for invention as you and your modern American family tackle the challenges of the twenty-first century.