Envelhecer na cidade: o centro histórico de Araraquara e os impactos dos imóveis ociosos na comunidade

Abstract

The population, both in developing and developed countries, has been living longer, achieving greater longevity. As a result, families and governments, through their research institutes, seek alternatives related to the care and specificities of the elderly, since the Federal Constitution guarantees dignity, sociability, well-being, and the right to life for this portion of the population. Its objective was to analyze the perception of residents in the central region of Araraquara - SP regarding the impacts caused by vacant properties, accessibility, and living in the city center. The research was conducted as a subset of a larger study, supported by regular FAPESP assistance (Process nº2017/15781-9). The study is cross-sectional, descriptive, exploratory, based on literature review and field visits, with data analyzed using a qualitative-quantitative approach. After the field visits, overall satisfaction with residing in the area was found due to significant infrastructure. However, a significant portion expressed concern about vacant properties and their negative consequences, primarily related to feelings of insecurity.