FINDINGS FROM ASSESSING AGE-FRIENDLY BARRIERS, STRENGTHS, AND AREAS OF OPPORTUNITY AT WESTERN OREGON UNIVERSITY
2024
Assessing Age-Friendly Barriers and Opportunities at Western Oregon University
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Author Information
Author(s): Melissa Cannon
Primary Institution: Western Oregon University
Hypothesis
What are the barriers and opportunities for increasing age-friendliness at Western Oregon University?
Conclusion
The study identified key areas for improvement in age-friendliness and lifelong learning opportunities at the university.
Supporting Evidence
- The case study revealed opportunities for the university to implement age-friendly principles.
- Findings indicated a lack of resources for informal or unpaid family caregivers at WOU.
- The study explored caregiving issues such as physical demands and financial stress.
Takeaway
The university is trying to be more friendly to older people by finding out what they need and how to help them learn.
Methodology
The study used survey data collection and participatory action research with older adults.
Limitations
The study may not fully represent all older community members due to its specific focus on WOU.
Participant Demographics
Older community members and campus community members, including non-traditional students.
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