# Playgrounds For The Elderly By Trendopoly | Published 2007-02-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playgrounds-for-the-elderly References: [tecfa.unige.ch](http://tecfa.unige.ch/perso/staf/nova/blog/2007/02/06/playground-for-elderly-persons/) & [timesonline](http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article651845.ece) Termed 'three-generational play', researchers in Finland have found that the elderly benefit from play normally thought to be strictly for children. Elderly-only playgrounds are being built and Germany is considering a model based on Finland's lead. Boredom and lack of body-confidence are just two of the issues that are successfully being addressed through active play. Improvements, during a three-month period of using a variety of swings and climing apparatuses, included better balance, coordination and speed. Elderly-specific playground equipment is being specially designed to accomodate the needs of seniors and to ensure safety. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Elderly-specific Playgrounds:** Designing playgrounds specifically for the elderly can address issues of boredom and physical confidence, while improving balance, coordination, and speed. - **Three-generational Play:** The concept of three-generational play, where children and elderly individuals engage in play together, can foster intergenerational connections and promote physical and cognitive well-being for all involved. - **Active Play for Seniors:** Promoting active play among seniors through playground equipment can provide physical, mental, and emotional health benefits. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Recreation and Leisure:** The recreation and leisure industry can explore the development of specific playground equipment and spaces for the elderly to cater to their unique needs and enhance their overall experience. - **Geriatric Care:** The geriatric care industry can incorporate elderly-specific playgrounds as part of their facilities and programs to promote physical activity and well-being among their residents. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can integrate elderly-specific playgrounds into public spaces to enhance community well-being and create inclusive environments for individuals of all ages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Structural Energetic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archipelago-playscape.md) - [Generational-Lasting Dynamic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mike-hewson-2.md) - [Fitness-Inspired Backyard Playsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-playsets.md) - [Age-Inclusive Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-5.md) - [Heritage Sound Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornscape-playground.md) - [Adult Board Game Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ageless-innovation-hasbro.md) - [Explorative Artwork Playground Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cuddly-playground.md) - [Nature-Inspired Indoor Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarit-shani-hay.md) - [Elderly Exercise Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/physiopedal.md)