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LIRA
The State of the Nation’s Housing 2025
Accessory Dwelling Units
Samara Scheckler

Samara Scheckler

Senior Research Associate

Samara Scheckler is a Senior Research Associate at the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies working on projects related to community-based aging. Dr. Scheckler researches best practices to maximize health, independence, and quality of life for people with a range of abilities and needs. Her work pays particular attention to the influence of the physical environment on policy implementation as well as disparities in access to resources. Previously, Samara coordinated the care of individuals with disabilities living in both institutions and private residences. Samara received her Ph.D. from the University of Georgia in Public Administration and Policy.

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