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Living Together: The Wealth of Generations

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Living Together: The Wealth of Generations

For some, a multigenerational household involves both love and economics

by Chris Farrell
May 21, 2024
Following a stroke and Parkinsonism diagnosis, the family of Carol Lawler decided it would be best to come — and live — together.
John Lawler and his daughter, Katie, at their home in Minnesota.
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Students live alongside seniors at this Minnesota residential facility

by Chris Farrell
May 20, 2024
At the Watkins Manor assisted living facility, eight students live and volunteer with 45 senior residents.
The Watkins Manor multigenerational living facility in Winona, Minnesota.
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An immigrant family in Waterloo, Iowa, reflects on multigenerational living

by Chris Farrell
Apr 5, 2024
For many immigrants, the support of extended family can be critical when it comes to navigating a new home.
According to economist Giovanni Peri, immigrants "squeeze in a house with the idea that they can support themselves, and their kids are going to be better off than they were."
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Why multigenerational households are making a comeback in a big way

by Chris Farrell
Apr 3, 2024
From 1971 to 2021, the number of people living in multigenerational family households in the U.S. quadrupled to nearly 60 million people.
Nearly half of young adults between 18 and 29 live with their parents — a high not seen since the Great Depression.
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