The New York Times printed an interesting article about a new program to teach health care workers and others what its like to be elderly. Participants engage in a series of simple activities, but while wearing equipment that limits the range of movement, sight and touch, simulating the day-to-day life of an elderly person. It is hoped that the tangible experience of feeling what it is like to be elderly will foster sensitivity toward elderly patients, clients and customers. This improved empathy also has the potential to foster better communication between generations, as the younger generation can catch just a glimpse of the physical limitations that may inhibit their elders.
You can find the article here: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/08/03/us/03aging.html?ex=1375588800&en=d3b42e922a1c4746&ei=5124&partner=permalink&exprod=permalink
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