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Implementing an inclusive digital health ecosystem for healthy aging: a case study on project SingaporeWALK

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Objective: nowledge) that build capacity in older adults, senior center managers, health coaches, and caregivers in using health technologies (eg, wearables, apps, exergames) collaboratively in a gamified way for active aging. Materials and Methods: The SingaporeWALK ecosystem was set up through 3 initiatives: (1) co-developing technologies with stakeholders; (2) raising digital literacy and capacity building; and (3) cultivating community and intergenerational bonding for active aging through gamified technology use. Results: Significant improvements in older adults' self-reported physical and mental health post-intervention were observed. Discussion: The SingaporeWALK project demonstrated that digital health technologies, when designed with inclusivity and community engagement, could significantly empower active aging. Conclusion: This project underscored the necessity of a collective and community-centered approach to maximize the efficacy of digital health technologies to support older adults in active aging globally.

Source: JAMIA Open

DOI: 10.1093/jamiaopen/ooae148