How might we provide an easy and enjoyable health tracker for elderly people so that they can keep track of their health?
Health Pie is an audio interaction project focused on supporting elderly individuals by tracking their vital health metrics. This app, developed in Figma and prototyped in ProtoPie, is paired with an Arduino sensor to monitor heart rate, temperature, and blood oxygen levels. Health Pie’s design prioritizes accessibility and ease of use, allowing the gleamers and their caregivers to engage with essential health data seamlessly. Through this innovative combination of hardware and software, Health Pie aims to enhance health awareness and provide peace of mind for elderly users and their families.
Usability studies, Prototyping, Coding, Mock-ups, Brainstorm, Mood-board, Market Research.
Health Pie aims to support elderly individuals by providing accessible resources, real-time health insights, and seamless interaction with vital metrics, helping them thrive in their golden years.
UX Designer working with 2 other UX Designers, Elina Mousavi and Nastasiia Ometsynska.
October 2024 - December 2024
Figma, Protopie Studio, Protopie Connect, Arduino Sensor Kit, MAX30102 Sensor, Arduino IDE, Canva, Microsoft Whiteboard
Understanding the needs of the Gleamers persona, conducting market research on apps with similar concepts and preparing to use the Arduino Sensor Kit to track health data.
To effectively develop health apps that integrate health sensors, it is important to understand the needs and expectations of potential users. Here are some key needs of Gleamers:
Research helped us uncover the MAX30102 sensor which detects heart rate, blood oxygen, and temperature: all vital measures of health. We connected it to the Arduino and programmed it to send information to our Health Pie prototype in ProtoPie.
We focused on defining the structure of Health Pie to ensure it met user needs effectively. Simultaneously, we designed its visual appearance for an intuitive and engaging user experience.
Wireframes are the skeletal framework of Health Pie, outlining the structure and layout of the app. They help us visualize the app's functionality and user interactions.
Mood boards and design inspiration shaped our visual direction. The style sheet ensured consistency in the overall look and feel.
Updating Health Pie involves implementing changes informed by user feedback. These updates aim to enhance functionality and user experience.
The revisions were made based on the users input. Some were confused on what to do with the app, so I added a small “About Us” section to inform them at the bottom of the app. That way, they would be able to know what the app is about.
We prioritized accessibility in Health Pie by incorporating large font sizes, light/dark mode, and adhering to WCAG standards to ensure inclusivity and ease of use for elderly users.
We followed WCAG standards by ensuring sufficient color contrast between text and background for readability, accommodating users with visual impairments. Headers were clearly structured to provide a logical hierarchy, improving navigation and accessibility for screen readers.
Made sure to use multiple methods of navigation so that people can navigate through their preferred method.
Health Pie features large font sizes to enhance readability, ensuring accessibility and ease of use for elderly users.
Light and dark modes improve accessibility by reducing eye strain and enhancing readability for users with visual sensitivities or in various lighting conditions.
Next Steps
I would enhance the physical prototype to improve its functionality and usability.
I would gather feedback from more elderly users to better tailor the design to their needs.
I would include a health history page to offer users a more comprehensive tracking experience.
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