Assessing Age Inclusivity Using the Age-Friendly Inventory and Campus Climate Survey
2024
Assessing Age Inclusivity on a University Campus
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Author Information
Author(s): Waterhouse Jodi
Primary Institution: CU Anschutz Multidisciplinary Center on Aging
Hypothesis
How can an academic medical campus ensure that visiting is easy, enjoyable, and accessible for all?
Conclusion
The study identified various accessibility issues on the campus and provided recommendations for improvement.
Supporting Evidence
- The campus is part of a larger community that includes various health systems.
- Over 30,000 people visit the Anschutz campus daily.
- The study provided a framework to identify issues like parking and signage.
Takeaway
The study looked at how to make a big university campus easier for everyone to visit, especially older people.
Methodology
The study used the Age-Friendly Inventory and Campus Climate Survey to identify accessibility issues.
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