Ensuring a Healthy and Mobile Lifestyle for Seniors

Our Opportunity

The world’s population is aging, but with the promises of medical and technological advancements, older citizens can expect to maintain an active, mobile lifestyle throughout their later years. Can we create connected transportation options that support and enrich the quality of life for citizens of any age?

Our Approach

As their population ages and young people leave for expanded opportunities in urban areas, rural communities in Japan are looking for ways to keep senior residents independent and active. Local governments and social agencies are applying innovative solutions such as new modes of transportation, on-demand mobility services, and technology-enhanced social-service networks.

To test and learn what will succeed, TMF is partnering with citizens and experts from Tokyo University and the Nagoya University’s Institute of Innovation for Future Society to create a model mobility community in Asuke, Japan.