Integration of the Age Simulation Package in the HvA physiotherapy course (NL & ENG)

The Netherlands is changing into an ageing society, with a significant increase in the percentage of elderly people. Therefore, it is of great importance to better prepare current physiotherapy students for the specific needs and challenges of the ageing population, enabling them to provide more effective and empathetic care. Integrating the Age Simulation Package (OSP) into the curriculum is an essential step to ensure that physiotherapists have the necessary knowledge and skills to improve the quality of life of elderly patients.

The integration of the OSP in the Dutch and English physiotherapy education goes hand in hand with the theoretical knowledge and other practical components of the curriculum. This innovative tool, simulating the physical challenges of old age, reinforces the theoretical insights by offering students a tangible experience.

Experience and improve: How the Age Simulation Package helps professionals in various fields



Our aging simulation suit is not only intended for healthcare professionals, but also offers valuable insights for other professional groups. Think for example of architects and interior designers who are involved in creating nursing homes and senior housing. By wearing the suit, they can experience for themselves how limitations in mobility, reduced vision, and other aging-related challenges affect the daily experience of spaces. This helps them to design buildings and interiors that are optimally accessible, comfortable and safe for older people.

But it’s not just architects who can benefit—product designers, policymakers, urban planners, and many more professionals will discover the value of approaching their work from the perspective of an older user. Whether you’re designing a space, an assistive device, or a public facility, our simulation suit offers you the unique opportunity to create solutions that make a real difference in the lives of older people.

Book an On-Site Aging Simulation Experience

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We offer the possibility to experience the aging simulation suit at your location. Our team comes to your work environment to provide an interactive experience, where we guide your colleagues and demonstrate the simulation package.

These interactive sessions are not only highly educational, but also a lot of fun. Your colleagues will have the opportunity to discover in a practical and engaging way what it is like to perform your daily tasks with age-related disabilities. Going through the simulation together will provide valuable insights and an enjoyable experience that will raise awareness and stimulate creative thinking about inclusivity and accessibility in your field.