The present study attempts to explore the field of creative music workshops with the elderly. A growing amount of research has been carried out into running (creative) workshops, and besides we know a lot about the elderly and ageing. The aim of this research is to gather knowledge on the merging of …

Presentatie over onderzoek aan Arbeid & Gezondheid groep binnen UMCG.

To improve the living conditions of 50-plus aged people with help of ICT so they live independently as long as possible in their own home.

Ageing-in-place is the preferred way of living for older individuals in an ageing society. It can be facilitated through architectural and technological solutions in the home environment. Dementia poses additional challenges when designing, constructing, or retrofitting housing facilities that support …

Sustainable labour participation:• Vitality • Employability• WorkabilitySelf-tracking devices can be used to alter behaviors and increase self efficiency/empowermentResult:–more self efficacy concerning employability –behavioral change in important (health) domains –more empowerment of older workers …

Presentation iAgecheck, held on 20 november 2013.

Design and outcomes of research regarding the question which changes in the field of housing and healthcare technology would, according to caregivers, enable people over 50 in shrinking areas in The Northern Netherlands to continue living in their own homes as long as possible.

LifeLong living - Needs of 50+ in relation to independent living and ICT.

Results and conclusions of research into gradual retirement. At the Mid-term conference in Norway, in June 2013 the research team presented the current situation of I-age regarding data collection and data analysis. Students presented an up-to-date poster about the research.

Demonstration of a platform to aid single living elderly (55+) to live independently in their own homes with help of technology in Grimstad, Norway, June 2013.