
The Box- given dimensions 13-3/4" x 19-1/2" x 3"




Map of box to guide user and aid in putting back together.










First hand research at home of group members grand parents in Rochester, NY.

First hand research at home of group members grand parents in Rochester, NY.

Visiting with Faith, the Senior Center Coordinator. Gained many insights into lives of seniors and their need for social interaction, unique tools, charts and education.


We observed seniors in spaces like the dining room and playing WII Bowling

We sat in on an educational session for seniors led by the Life Span organization. Seniors learned how to set goals and cope with situations they face.

First hand research at home of group members grand parents in Rochester, NY.
Seeing what tools they used.



Using 101 Design Methods- POEMS to gather information in the field.



Using 101 Design Methods- 5 Human Factors to gather information in the field.




Persona Cards were created from interviews conducted with stakeholders.


Cards correspond to chart showing how they relate to a senior (center of chart).

Once the initial research is learned about users are ready to play the game.


Senior Perspective Map allows users to visualize entire system and how all stakeholders were connected or not.




The game, 65 +, can be played by 1-6 players.

Assemble the game board. Scenarios are played on both Rural and Urban halves.




There are 3 types of cards. Persona, Rural, Urban and Scenario.

Using the Senior Perspective Map and other tools can help players understand connections between stakeholders as they play the game.






Draw a persona card, either Rural or Urban, and one Scenario.
Play out the scenario for 5-10 minutes with players while asking questions and making up what the stakeholders are experiencing. Take turns playing different stakeholders. Try various scenarios with the same persona to see differences in how they play out.


Scenario Cards have a prompt to play out.
Below are some hints as to what our group thought possible solutions might entail. Do you agree with what we suggested? Do you have a unique idea that no one has thought of?












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