Dissertation study by Juliana Tissot, PhD

I assisted in the development and conduct of participatory research with designers, architects, and aging specialists to identify aspects and characteristics of the physical space that can support or limit older adults’ ability to do everyday activities. The research was conducted at the McKechnie Family LIFE Home, a home simulation facility. Participants were asked to walk through the home spaces and identify potential challenges and solutions for older adults with different disabilities (i.e., mobility, cognitive, sensory, socio-emotional), followed by a group discussion.