Ageing in place: Towards an ergonomically designed home environment for older Malaysians

Norazizan, S.A.R. Sharifah; Roznah, M.Y.; Aizan, H. Tengku; Lina, G.S.C.; Rizal, Hussein

doi:10.4017/gt.2005.03.04.106.00

“…Therefore, this study is significant as it contributes to the limited information regarding the current challenges faced by elderlies to age in place in Malaysia, particularly in urban area. This is in line with the efforts carried out by the government to improve the health and welfare of senior citizens in Malaysia through the provision of services, facilities, and suitable development (Syed Abdul Rashid et al, 2006). This research focuses on ageing in place in landed housing properties.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 59%

“…Although there is a growing emphasis on ageing in place in more developed nations, there seems to be a shortage of current researches and publications on this topic in Malaysia, especially with regards to the built environment (Syed Abdul Rashid, Mohd Yusuff, Hamid, Goh, & Hussain, 2006). Therefore, this study is significant as it contributes to the limited information regarding the current challenges faced by elderlies to age in place in Malaysia, particularly in urban area.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 98%

Ageing in Place Framework as Reference Guide for Housing in Malaysia: Landed Property

Tobi

¹

,

Fathi

²

,

Amaratunga

³

2018

PMJ

3

0

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The increasing ageing population due to improved quality of life from better healthcare services and lifestyle as well as development in technology calls for better support in the ageing process. Even though the aged population dramatically increases globally, surprisingly the construction sector and the housing system seem slow in adapting to the changing needs of the ageing population. Increasing evidence show that population ageing is a pervasive and unparalleled global phenomenon which presents many challenges towards social and economic growth. Therefore, this research focuses on the provision of better support services and facilities of landed property, as well as the creation of sustainable environment that is age-friendly and safe. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews, focus group discussion and document reviews. Findings from cross sectional content analysis and cognitive mapping could enhance the standard of living for senior citizens in Malaysia in the context of ageing in place. A foundation for developing a comprehensive guideline for elderly, particularly in the urban areas, is proposed to improve the health and welfare of senior citizens in Malaysia through the provision of better services, facilities and development in landed properties.

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“…Ageing in place has been seen as one of the ways to address the issue of ageing population. Although there is a growing emphasis on ageing in place in more developed nations, there seems to be a shortage of current researches and publications on this topic in Malaysia, especially with regards to the built environment (Syed Abdul Rashid, Mohd Yusuff, Hamid, Goh, & Hussain, 2006). Therefore, this study is significant as it contributes to the limited information regarding the current challenges faced by elderlies to age in place in Malaysia, particularly in urban area.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 98%

Ageing in Place Framework as Reference Guide for Housing in Malaysia: Landed Property

Tobi

¹

,

Fathi

²

,

Amaratunga

³

2018

PM

3

0

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

The increasing ageing population due to improved quality of life from better healthcare services and lifestyle as well as development in technology calls for better support in the ageing process. Even though the aged population dramatically increases globally, surprisingly the construction sector and the housing system seem slow in adapting to the changing needs of the ageing population. Increasing evidence show that population ageing is a pervasive and unparalleled global phenomenon which presents many challenges towards social and economic growth. Therefore, this research focuses on the provision of better support services and facilities of landed property, as well as the creation of sustainable environment that is age-friendly and safe. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews, focus group discussion and document reviews. Findings from cross sectional content analysis and cognitive mapping could enhance the standard of living for senior citizens in Malaysia in the context of ageing in place. A foundation for developing a comprehensive guideline for elderly, particularly in the urban areas, is proposed to improve the health and welfare of senior citizens in Malaysia through the provision of better services, facilities and development in landed properties.

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Home living environment design and perceptions of safety of older Malaysians

Rosnah¹,

Norazizan²,

Aizan³

et al. 2008

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Ageing in place: Towards an ergonomically designed home environment for older Malaysians

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Ageing in Place Framework as Reference Guide for Housing in Malaysia: Landed Property

Ageing in Place Framework as Reference Guide for Housing in Malaysia: Landed Property

Ageing in Place Framework as Reference Guide for Housing in Malaysia: Landed Property

Home living environment design and perceptions of safety of older Malaysians

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