Supporting Aging in Place Through New Mobility Solutions
2024
Supporting Aging in Place Through New Mobility Solutions
Sample size: 110
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Author Information
Author(s): Hatami Fatemeh, Siren Anu, O’Hern Steve
Primary Institution: Tampere University
Hypothesis
New transportation solutions and technologies may support older people's mobility needs.
Conclusion
While there are many novel solutions for supporting older adults' mobility, significant knowledge gaps exist regarding their feasibility.
Supporting Evidence
- The initial search yielded more than 3000 publications.
- Around 110 publications were included for review after screening.
- The literature review identified common themes, trends, and disparities.
Takeaway
This study looked at new ways to help older people get around, but we still don't know if these ideas will really work.
Methodology
A critical literature review was conducted using electronic databases and hand-searching of references.
Limitations
There are significant knowledge gaps related to assessing the feasibility of the proposed solutions.
Participant Demographics
Older adults.
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