Intergenerational living and aging in place: New Taipei City

New Taipei City was the first municipality in Taiwan to implement intergenerational living programs, serving as a reference for the development of similar initiatives. This study conducted in-depth interviews with 12 individuals involved in the programs, including representatives from the New Taipei City government, the organizing firm, older adult participants, and youth participants. The findings revealed discrepancies between the actual implementation and the expected operational models. Program outcomes were constrained by social housing eligibility restrictions, challenges arising from intergenerational differences, and the absence of effective withdrawal mechanisms. These obstacles collectively compromised the programs’ overall effectiveness. This paper proposes policy recommendations for intergenerational living programs: increase incentives, such as greater rent discounts and flexible subsidies; establish withdrawal mechanisms for dissatisfied participants; separate eligibility from social housing requirements to ensure long-term residency for older adults; design accessible shared spaces to enhance interactions; and expand programs across diverse communities.