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Voronoi Diagrams for Senior-Friendly Cities
Marta Figurska1, Agnieszka Dawidowicz2, Elżbieta Zysk3
1Department of Socio-Economic Geography, Institute of Spatial Management and Geography, Faculty of Geoengineering, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, 10-719 Olsztyn, Poland.
Summary
Identifying active aging places (AAP) is crucial for seniors
Area of Science:
- Gerontology and Urban Planning
- Spatial Analysis and Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need to identify active aging places (AAP) for seniors' safety and inclusion.
- Seniors' well-being and activity levels are influenced by accessible and safe community spaces.
Purpose of the Study:
- To spatially identify active aging places (AAP) using a novel analytical approach.
- To analyze AAP within the context of social dynamics using Geographic Information System (GIS) tools.
Main Methods:
- Empirical study combining qualitative (literature review, surveys, classification, GIS visualization) and quantitative methods (statistical analysis).
- Application of Voronoi diagrams within GIS for spatial analysis of AAP accessibility.
- Qualitative assessment of social dynamics influencing space utilization.
Main Results:
- Voronoi diagrams effectively determined the accessibility of selected urban objects.
- Identification of spaces integral to the social logic of space in Olsztyn.
- Spatial distribution and accessibility of AAP were mapped and analyzed.
Conclusions:
- The GIS-based Voronoi diagram approach provides a robust method for identifying and analyzing active aging places.
- Understanding spatial dynamics is key to ensuring seniors' access to safe and inclusive environments.
- This methodology supports urban planning for active and healthy aging, especially during health crises.
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