The aim of this study was to picture perceived problems amongst older citizens in the traffic
environment. Moreover, answers to the question why measures that are known to be …

1 Executive summary Europe will be challenged with comprehensive demographic shifts
within the coming decades: The EU25 population aged 65 and over is expected to double …

The benefits of mobility in later life and active ageing have been widely documented and
evidenced. Despite its clear benefits, physical activity levels among older people fall short of …

Populations of post-industrial nations are aging. With a growing number of people living well
into their 80s and maintaining active lives, the transportation system will have to start …

In the coming decades there will be a substantial increase in both the number and
percentage of older people in the population of all the developed countries. At least one out …

The progressive ageing of population requires rethinking the spatial planning of the urban
spaces and activities to guarantee the best accessibility and usability to urban services of …

People's life expectancy is increasing throughout the world as a result of improved living
standards and medical advances. The natural ageing process is accompanied by …

Previous research has shown that mobility and the ability to leave the home are among the
essential aspects of older people's quality of life. However, surveys of older people's access …

By 2050, one in four people will be aged 65 or over. The aging of the population coincides
with an increase in older road users since far more elderly will actively participate in traffic …

The present study examined the association between selected demographic variables and
community-related mobility of Finnish elderly citizens. A mail survey was sent to 2500 …