Elderly People’s Opinions on Housing

Authors

Marika Nordlund, Lea Stenberg and Hennariikka Intosalmi

Session

F5. Designing for generations

Date and Time

2014-06-18, 13:30 - 13:50

Room

MA 7
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Abstract

Most elderly people want to live at home as long as possible. In an ageing world this is both a possibility and a challenge. In this study, we present the results of a survey study on people aged 75 to 80 and argue that accessibility is the key factor in enabling living at home in the old age. Technology can support daily living, but only if it is user friendly, reliable and sufficient support is available. We emphasize that even though relatives and loved ones are an important resource, technological solutions should be designed so that they are easy to use.