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Better aging with chemistry Social chemistry, that is. As census figures show many more Canadians living into advanced old age, 'co-housing' offers seniors a way to extend their independence by sharing burdens. Erin Anderssen reports on Saskatoon's new Wolf Willow condo development [Our parents faced] nursing homes and wrenching demands on all sides. We hope that our senior years might be a little more graceful. When they move in together this summer, the residents of Wolf Willow plan to share cars and weekly dinners. They will walk to the theatre together and to the farmers' market on Saturdays and, perhaps, start their own yoga class in the courtyard. If someone falls and breaks a hip, there's a guest room for a caregiver, and a shower that fits a wheelchair. They will bring meals to each other during illness, and collect mail when anyone's away. In the evenings, there will be jam sessions in the music room. The 36 soon-to-be residents of this Saskatoon residence r…