Assessment of the Elderly-Friendliness in Urban Parks: A Case Study of Citizen's Forest Minuma Green Center, Saitama

Nabillah, Nadine Natasya (2024) Assessment of the Elderly-Friendliness in Urban Parks: A Case Study of Citizen's Forest Minuma Green Center, Saitama. Other thesis, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember.

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Abstract

Berdasarkan analisis literatur, lingkungan fisik dan komunitas lokal memiliki potensi untuk mempengaruhi tingkat aktivitas fisik dan kesehatan secara keseluruhan pada orang tua. Di Asia, taman kota sering kali menjadi pusat kehidupan sosial dan kesehatan bagi orang tua. Di Eropa, taman kota seperti Hampstead Heath di London atau Vondelpark di Amsterdam juga berperan penting dalam meningkatkan kualitas hidup orang tua. Secara umum, taman di kedua benua menunjukkan bagaimana desain yang dipertimbangkan dengan baik dapat meningkatkan kualitas hidup orang tua melalui peningkatan aksesibilitas, aktivitas fisik, dan interaksi sosial. Namun, pendekatan desain dan budaya penggunaan taman dapat bervariasi tergantung pada konteks lokal dan kebutuhan komunitas lokal. Jepang dikenal sebagai negara dengan populasi lansia yang besar. Hal ini dibuktikan oleh piramida penduduk Jepang di mana jumlah orang yang berusia di atas 70 tahun lebih besar daripada jumlah orang yang berusia 40-49 tahun. Semua penduduk, termasuk lansia, membutuhkan ruang publik dan lingkungan yang memiliki potensi untuk meningkatkan kesehatan, memberikan jaminan keamanan, dan kenyamanan. Salah satu upaya pemerintah Jepang adalah menyediakan taman kota Citizen's Forest Minuma Green Center untuk tujuan ini. Namun, tidak semua taman kota atau ruang publik sesuai dengan preferensi penduduk kota yang menikmatinya, terutama lansia. Penelitian ini akan meneliti seberapa ramah taman ini terhadap lansia. Penelitian ini menggunakan model deskriptif kualitatif dengan data primer. Variabel penelitian terdiri dari akses & keterhubungan, keamanan, desain universal, kenyamanan & citra. Data kemudian diolah menggunakan metode scoring untuk mendapatkan output sesuai dengan tujuan penelitian. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa Minuma Green Center memainkan peran signifikan dalam meningkatkan kualitas hidup lansia melalui desain perkotaan yang direncanakan dengan baik. Melalui pendekatan terintegrasi dari analisis literatur, observasi lapangan, dan kuesioner, penelitian ini mengungkapkan bahwa taman kota ini berhasil menciptakan lingkungan yang mendukung kesehatan fisik dan kesejahteraan sosial lansia di Kita Ward, Saitama.
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Based on the literature analysis, the physical environment and local community have the potential to influence the level of physical activity and overall health of older people. In Asia, city parks are often the center of social and health life for older people. In Europe, city parks such as Hampstead Heath in London or Vondelpark in Amsterdam also play an important role in improving the quality of life of older people. In general, parks on both continents demonstrate how well-considered design can improve the quality of life of older people through increasing accessibility, physical activity, and social interaction. However, the design approach and culture of park use may vary depending on the local context and the needs of the local community. Japan is known as a country with a large elderly population. This is proven by the Japanese population pyramid where the number of people over 70 years old is greater than the number of people aged 40-49 years old. All residents, including the elderly, need public spaces and environments that have the potential to improve health, provide guaranteed security, and comfort. One of the Japanese government's efforts is to provide the Citizen's Forest Minuma Green Center city park for this purpose. However, not all city parks or public spaces are in accordance with the preferences of city residents who enjoy them, especially the elderly. This study will examine how friendly it is to the elderly. This study uses a qualitative descriptive model with primary data. The research variables consist of access & linkages, safety, universal design, comfort & image. The data is then processed using the scoring method to obtain output according to the research objectives. This research found that Minuma Green Center plays a significant role in improving the quality of life of the elderly through well-planned urban design. Through an integrated approach of literature analysis, field observations, and questionnaires, this study revealed that this urban park successfully created an environment that supports the physical health and social well-being of the elderly in Kita Ward, Saitama.

Item Type:	Thesis (Other)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Elderly, Elderly-Friendy Public Space, Public Space, Lansia, Ruang Publik Ramah Lansia, Ruang Publik
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GF Human ecology. Anthropogeography > GF78 T73 Sustainable living. G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure > GV191.66 Outdoor recreation resources planning and management H Social Sciences > HQ The family. Marriage. Woman > HQ2042 life style
Divisions:	Faculty of Civil, Planning, and Geo Engineering (CIVPLAN) > Regional & Urban Planning > 35201-(S1) Undergraduate Thesis
Depositing User:	Nadine Natasya Nabillah
Date Deposited:	26 Aug 2024 01:01
Last Modified:	26 Aug 2024 01:01
URI:	http://repository.its.ac.id/id/eprint/112882

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