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Can the right home keep you active in later life?

NCT ID NCT04765696

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Lund University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 31, 2026 · Last updated Sep 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers in Sweden are following about 2,000 people aged 55 and older who are planning to move. They want to see how housing choices and relocation affect active ageing, which includes staying engaged in daily activities, maintaining independence, and pursuing personal goals. Participants answer surveys at the start and again after 1, 3, 5, and 7 years. The study does not test any treatment; it simply observes people over time to understand the link between where they live and how they age.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward housing policies and relocation support that help older adults stay active and independent longer.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply beyond the Swedish housing companies involved.

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Study facts

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Participants

1,964 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2021

Expected to finish

Jun 2029

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Persons 55 years or older, living in Sweden, listed for relocation at any of the three housing companies Karlshamnsbostäder and Örebrobostäder (public housing companies) and Riksbyggen (a condominium provider)

Ages

55 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Persons 55 years or older, living in Sweden, listed for relocation at any of the three housing companies Karlshamnsbostäder and Örebrobostäder (public housing companies) and Riksbyggen (a condominium provider) Exclusion Criteria: * Severe cognitive impairments or insufficient language skills to give informed consent and participate in telephone interviews

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Active ageing

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Locations

  • Active and Healthy Ageing Research Group, Department of Health Sciences Lund University

    Lund, 22120, Sweden