Lynn McInnes - New Dynamics of Ageing

2. To establish an accurate picture ofcurrent health and lifestyle of theoldest-old.Interviews, tests and questionnaires give current information on:• daily activities,• health• social engagement,• cognitive and sensory acuity• physiological indices of balance and gait (using gait analysis).• nutrition and diet• depression, anxiety, sleep• fear of fallingTaken together these measures will establish a reliable health andlifestyle profile of the current ‘oldest old’ cohort.