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Urban design impact on elderly women in Chile

Overview

Research from the University of Chile’s Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism has examined how urban environments in Santiago affect the autonomy and daily lives of older women. The studies, published in the journals Cities and Transportation Research Interdisciplinary Perspectives, identify how physical elements like sidewalks, hallways, gardens, and benches can either facilitate social networking and caregiving or act as barriers to mobility.

As Chile faces a demographic shift toward an older population, researchers emphasize the importance of “aging in place,” which allows elderly individuals to remain in their communities safely. The findings suggest that urban design and housing infrastructure are essential to maintaining the quality of life and independence for this demographic.

Entities

University of Chile · Marie Geraldine Herrmann-Lunecke · Santiago

Timeline

  1. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    University of Chile study examines urban impact on older women's autonomy

    University of Chile studies reveal that urban design and shared housing spaces in Santiago significantly impact the autonomy and quality of life for older women as the population ages.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    University of Chile study examines urban impact on elderly women's autonomy

    Studies from the University of Chile reveal that urban design in Santiago often limits the autonomy of older women by presenting physical and social barriers in neighborhoods and housing.

Sources

ecosfueguinos.com · g5noticias.cl · piensachile.com · radioallen.cl · radioprogresohn.net · stanton.ie