Presenter Type
UNO Graduate Student (Doctoral)
Major/Field of Study
Gerontology
Advisor Information
Dr. Julie Blaskewicz Boron
Location
MBSC302 - G (Doctoral)
Presentation Type
Oral Presentation
Start Date
24-3-2023 9:00 AM
End Date
24-3-2023 10:15 AM
Abstract
The Sustainable Small House Project was developed in cooperation with UNO/UNL Engineering, UNO Gerontology, and Metro Community College. This project merges both sustainable living with the small house movement to promote aging-in-place for older adults. This presentation describes the journey of Dr. Bing Chen as he envisioned the Sustainable Small House Project to its development and finally to implementation at its current location--west of Baxter Arena or adjacent to the UNO ballfield.
From a gerontological lens, the project focuses on principles of universal design which allows for aging-in-place, fall-detection and prevention using smart technologies such as Nobi, and voice-activated technologies such as Alexa. Incorporating technology with aging-in-place provides additional support and monitoring that can be a cost-effective alternative to long-term care; especially for a loved one with cognitive decline.
The presentation will provide a virtual tour of these smart technologies and energy efficient products that incorporate the elements of universal design. The Sustainable Small House Project will encourage everyone to think about their future and to consider sustainably while aging-in-place.
Scheduling
9:15-10:30 a.m.
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Included in
Engineering Commons, Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations Commons, Gerontology Commons, Technology and Innovation Commons, Urban, Community and Regional Planning Commons
Sustainable Small House Project
MBSC302 - G (Doctoral)
The Sustainable Small House Project was developed in cooperation with UNO/UNL Engineering, UNO Gerontology, and Metro Community College. This project merges both sustainable living with the small house movement to promote aging-in-place for older adults. This presentation describes the journey of Dr. Bing Chen as he envisioned the Sustainable Small House Project to its development and finally to implementation at its current location--west of Baxter Arena or adjacent to the UNO ballfield.
From a gerontological lens, the project focuses on principles of universal design which allows for aging-in-place, fall-detection and prevention using smart technologies such as Nobi, and voice-activated technologies such as Alexa. Incorporating technology with aging-in-place provides additional support and monitoring that can be a cost-effective alternative to long-term care; especially for a loved one with cognitive decline.
The presentation will provide a virtual tour of these smart technologies and energy efficient products that incorporate the elements of universal design. The Sustainable Small House Project will encourage everyone to think about their future and to consider sustainably while aging-in-place.
Additional Information (Optional)
table, projector, hdmi cord, screen.