GRN 250 Lecture Notes - Lecture 19: Universal Design, Kroger, Hearing Aid
12 Aug 2016
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Defined by the national aging in place council in 2008. Remain in one"s home, safely, independently, and comfortability, regardless of age, income or ability. To live in a familiar environment and be able to participate in family and other community activities. Strong evidence saying that people want to age in place. Why do older adults want to age in place. Access to familiar services and amenities (familiar with kroger) Perceived benefits to health and well being. Desire to stay in control (ownership) (doesn"t want to go to a nursing home where someone defines when you eat and what not) Inertia (you"ve lived there for 50 years and the process of moving would be shitty because you literally just have too much stuff) What can we do to help people age in place. Assistive devices (canes, hearing aids, pick up devices) Involvement of neighbors in an ethic of care".
