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2212

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Many elderly individuals are aging at home (AAH) as the planet is graying. In the U.S., the number will rise to more than 64 million people by 2040. The AAH are more susceptible to health-related issues due to the normal process of aging coupled with the incidence of multiple chronic conditions (MCC). Self-management of MCC can be cognitively and operationally challenging for the AAH. We are designing digital resources for AAH with MCC following the action design research methodology. In this paper, we describe outcomes from early rounds, including problem formulation with semi-structured interviews of AAH with MCC, exploring theoretical precursors and technology frames, and evaluating design genres to establish a design vision. The outcomes are described as a theory-ingrained, layered digital artifact, MyHealthNotes; along with the results of an initial applicability check and formative usability test. The paper concludes with a discussion of contributions so far and next steps.

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Dec 12th, 12:00 AM

Designing for Self-Management of Multiple Chronic Conditions by the Aging-at-home

Many elderly individuals are aging at home (AAH) as the planet is graying. In the U.S., the number will rise to more than 64 million people by 2040. The AAH are more susceptible to health-related issues due to the normal process of aging coupled with the incidence of multiple chronic conditions (MCC). Self-management of MCC can be cognitively and operationally challenging for the AAH. We are designing digital resources for AAH with MCC following the action design research methodology. In this paper, we describe outcomes from early rounds, including problem formulation with semi-structured interviews of AAH with MCC, exploring theoretical precursors and technology frames, and evaluating design genres to establish a design vision. The outcomes are described as a theory-ingrained, layered digital artifact, MyHealthNotes; along with the results of an initial applicability check and formative usability test. The paper concludes with a discussion of contributions so far and next steps.

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