Abundant Aging

Art of Aging: How Human-Centered Design Can Improve Technology for Aging Populations and Individuals with Cognitive Concerns with Amanda Lazar


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Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

  • Amanda's journey into human-centered design (0:44)
  • Challenges in designing technology for older adults (3:13)
  • Redefining value in people with dementia (5:11)
  • Personal motivation in dementia research (8:02)
  • Projects in art therapy for people with dementia (9:09)
  • The influence of environment on technology use (14:10)
  • Journey mapping in technology design (17:43)
  • Understanding technology use in intimate experiences (21:16)
  • Human-Centered Design and Cognitive Concerns (23:11)
  • Sensory Changes and Accessibility Features (26:07)
  • AI Applications and Designing for Cognitive Challenges (27:54)
  • Embodied Interactions and Sensory Experiences (35:05)
  • Abundant Aging Questions for Amanda (39:14)
  • Final thoughts and takeaways (43:32)
  • Connecting with Amanda and her research (45:10)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com

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