Making Built Environment More Age-Friendly -- First Task of University of Colorado Age-Friendly Taskforce
2024
Making Built Environment More Age-Friendly
Sample size: 12
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Author Information
Author(s): Nearing Kathryn, Waterhouse Jodi
Primary Institution: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Hypothesis
How can the built environment be improved to support age-friendly initiatives at the University of Colorado?
Conclusion
The taskforce identified key areas of concern regarding campus accessibility and is working on solutions.
Supporting Evidence
- The built environment is crucial for campus accessibility across all ages.
- Taskforce representatives worked directly with older adults to gather insights.
- Identified concerns included wayfinding, parking accessibility, and restroom access.
Takeaway
A group at the University of Colorado is trying to make their campus easier for older people to navigate and use.
Methodology
Taskforce representatives paired with older adults to assess campus zones using an adapted inventory and survey.
Participant Demographics
Older adult community members paired with taskforce representatives.
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