the issue of affordable and accessible housing in both rural and urban communities in Wisconsin. The person Pam will be interviewing is Darrin Wasniewski (WAZ-new-SKI), whose title is Senior Associate State Director-Community Outreach for AARP Wisconsin.

The conversation about affordable and accessible housing is sweeping across the state of Wisconsin.  From rural communities to urban city centers - it's a challenge that must be met.  AARP of Wisconsin recently participated in a broad community discussions about the issues during Madison Housing Week. 

the issue of affordable and accessible housing in both rural and urban communities in Wisconsin. The person Pam will be interviewing is Darrin Wasniewski (WAZ-new-SKI), whose title is Senior Associate State Director-Community Outreach for AARP Wisconsin. 

Darrin and several partners recently finished up a week’s worth of community discussions on this issue during Madison Housing Week and has several takeaways to share with Pam that will be useful to community leaders and citizens all over the state. Darrin Wasniewski, Senior Associate State Director-Community Outreach for AARP Wisconsin, was a part of the group and talks with Pam Jahnke about some of the shared challenges, and unique challenges that communities and their citizens face.

Wasniewski explains why AARP is involved in housing policy and identifies some of the key facts that people should think about as they age.  Will your home allow you to remain there, or will modifications be needed?  How can you remain within your community even if housing adjustments might be needed?  Wasniewski explains that there's scientific evidence that shows people thrive when they're in familiar surrounds.  He also share the resources available to help with these questions and considerations, through AARP of Wisconsin.