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Aging In Place Directory
Are you or a loved one hoping to live independently at home for as long as possible?
The Aging In Place Directory podcast explores all aspects of aging in place - from home modifications and safety products, to caregiving tips and resources for older adults.
Host Esther C. Kane, CAPS, C.D.S. shares insights from her training and experience as well as by interviewing experts on creating an environment that supports independent living as we age.
Each episode will discuss key topics like fall prevention, home modifications, tech products for older adults as well as adaptive equipment, resources and information for caregivers of seniors and much, much more.
Tune in weekly for practical advice to help you or your loved ones thrive while aging in place.
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Let's all work together to make the home as safe as possible so that as we grow older we can live in them as long as possible.
Aging In Place Directory
#13 - How The Environment Affects Aging and the Concept Of Environmental Gerontology
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In this episode, Esther Kane discusses the concept of environmental gerontology, which focuses on the physical and social environment's impact on the aging process. She explains the importance of person-environment fit and how it can enhance well-being and independence. Esther explores three categories within environmental gerontology: physical environment, social environment, and environmental stressors. She emphasizes the significance of age-friendly communities, universal design, and environmental modifications in creating safe and supportive environments for older adults. Esther also highlights the role of community involvement and policy development in promoting age-friendly changes.
takeaways
- Environmental gerontology examines the impact of the physical and social environment on the aging process.
- Person-environment fit is crucial for enhancing well-being and independence in older adults.
- Age-friendly communities, universal design, and environmental modifications can create safe and supportive environments for aging in place.
- Community involvement and policy development play a significant role in promoting age-friendly changes.
Sound Bites
- "Environmental gerontology is not just about climate change, but also the physical and social environment's impact on aging."
- "Person-environment fit is about aligning the environment to the person, enhancing safety and independence."
- "The physical environment, including housing and neighborhood, affects the ability to age in place."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Environmental Gerontology
02:21
Person-Environment Fit: Enhancing Well-being and Independence
04:14
Physical Environment: Housing and Neighborhood
12:41
Social Environment: Importance of Social Support
18:14
Environmental Stressors: Impact on Health
23:49
Creating Age-Friendly Environments
29:28
Conclusion and Call to Action
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