Full-timing, living year-round in a recreational vehicle, is discussed as a viable housing alternative for older people. Data were obtained from surveys distributed to 100 members of a nationally-based camping organization. Fifty-five percent of the respondents had lived in their motorhomes, fifth-wheels, or travel trailers for at least two years. Most had sold their conventional homes, planning to full-time indefinitely. Low-cost and adventurous, full-timing is discussed as a lifestyle especially suited for older people in the context of today's mobile society.
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