A new book chapter on Smart Health Age-Friendly Environments (SHAFE) is now available, emphasizing the effectiveness of digital solutions in improving quality of life (QoL) and health outcomes. Since its introduction in Europe in 2017, SHAFE has merged Age-Friendly Environments with Information Technologies, supporting health and community care to enhance disease management across the life course.
The chapter, contributed by members of the International Interdisciplinary Network on Health and Well-being in an Age-Friendly Digital World (NET4Age-Friendly), offers a comprehensive overview of successful experiences, primarily in Europe. It highlights good practices, challenges, and the need for collaborative, interdisciplinary research to drive progress towards smart, sustainable, and age-friendly communities.
Chapter available at: https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/1155878