what are ten unique points about ageless agenda? what do we offer that other websites may lack?
Target older adults directly not only healthcare professionals
Easy level of readability (grade 9 or higher)
Avoid medical jargon and use of explicit speech
Discuss actionable points not only raw information
Large fonts, more media, and fewer pages per topic
Minimalistic user interface design and older adult-friendly
Minimal buttons and links
Include specific and relatable topics such as ER and clinic visits
Feedback survey to constantly improve
Avoid popups and distractions
How do you design a website to make it easier for older adults to read and navigate?
Use Large font sizes greater than 16 pixels.
Use easy to read styles such as sans serif
use clear language, be specific and explicit.
try not to use abbreviations
allow readers to customize text size and font.
always have a home button on every page
do not use many columns.
always keep your paragraphs to the left
Never use horizontal scrolling and decrease vertical scrolling
Avoid splitting tasks across multiple screens.
show feedback on tasks that were completed
minimize distractions and popups.
create clear contrasting colors
have a design that can transition to cellphones and tablets easily
Require only single clicks not double clicks on links
References:
Linda Sherman (2018) Website Design for Older Adults. Boomer Tech Talk
Laurence Ivil (2016) Designing A Dementia-Friendly Website
Rachel Niblock (2016) Dementia Diaries
Ollie Campbell (2015) Designing For The Elderly: Ways Older People Use Digital Technology Differently
Dementia Education and Empowerment Project (DEEP) (2013)
Arch, Andrew. (2010) “Web Accessibility for Older Users.”
Chisnell, Dana, and Ginny Redish (2010) “AARP Audience-Centered Heuristics: Older Adults.”
Chisnell, Dana, Ginny Redish, and Amy Lee (2010) “Designing Web Sites for Older Adults: Expert Review of Usability for Older Adults at 50 Web Sites.”