Table 1 Protocol components, measures and variables of interest
Protocol component | Data/measures | Derived variables of interest (non-exhaustive list) |
|---|---|---|
7-day GPS and accelerometer | Daily mobility, physical activity, sedentary time | Activity space indicators, time spent in various locations, distance travelled, transportation modes used, number of steps, sedentary time, light activity, mvpa |
7-day diary of self-reported destinations and social contacts | Complementary information on transportation modes used, destination types, and social contacts | Transportation modes, number of in-person social contacts |
VERITAS socio-spatial questionnaire | Location of regular destinations, frequency of visit, social network characteristics, novel socio-spatial indicators | Regular destination activity space indicators, social network size, strengths, spatial print of social network |
Qualitative assessment of mobility and place experience (Go-along method) | Qualitative assessment of sens of place, meanings of mobility | Understanding meaning of mobility, urban environment characteristics, and social networks for aging |
CAPI Questionnaires | Numerous outcomes and control variables including health and perceived environment | Health outcomes of interest include well-being, happiness, mental health, physical activity, social participation |
Geographic Information Systems | Land use, transportation infrastructure, ressources, greenness, neighbourhood composition | Land use mix, accessibility to local resources including transportation, libraries, community organisations, social composition indicators |