MOVING TOGETHER ONLINE FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT/DEMENTIA AND CARE PARTNERS. (20th December 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Nicosia, Francesca; Lee, Amanda; Chesney, Margaret; Lee, Jennifer; Benjamin, Cynthia; Mehling, Wolf; Sudore, Rebecca; Barnes, Deborah
• Is Part Of: Innovation in aging. Volume 6(2022)Supplement 1
• Page Start: 171
• Page End: 172
• Publication Date: 2022-12-20
• Subjects: Aging -- Periodicals; Gerontology -- Periodicals; 612.67
• DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igac059.682
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2399-5300

Abstract

Abstract: This study used Human Centered Design methods to develop a digital platform tailored for PLWD and test an online version of PLIÉ, called Moving Together. We assessed feasibility and satisfaction of a 12-week online program using completion rates, attendance, and evaluation surveys. 39 people (18 PLWD, 7 MCI, 14 CP) attended 75% classes; 96% rated classes as excellent or good; and 88% were highly likely to recommend Moving Together. Participants reported benefits in social connection ("camaraderie, " "like a family"), emotional well-being ("happier, " "less stressed"), physical function ("stronger, " "more range-of-motion"), cognitive function ("more focus, " "learning new things"), and present-centered body awareness ("more conscious of breathing patterns"). PLWD/MCI experienced improved self-concept ("less immediate shame and more confidence"); and Care Partners reported improved caregiving efficacy ("greater purpose, " "more comfortable"). Online delivery of Moving Together is feasible for people with dementia or mild cognitive impairment and care partners.