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Retirees embrace intergenerational housing

For many Americans, retirement comes with a lot of anxiety — especially, where should I live? Well, some communities are innovating by mixing generations, such as elderly residents cooking with 20-somethings or retirees helping young students with homework.

Here & Now‘s Scott Tong speaks with Eleanor Laise, a reporter with Market Watch.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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