Creating Black History Walking Routes in Seattle
Author Information
Author(s): Anthony Cryer, Stephanie Johnson-Toliver, Dian Ferguson, Juell Towns
Primary Institution: University of Washington
Conclusion
The SHARP Seattle program successfully engaged older Black adults in culturally relevant walking routes that honored their history.
Supporting Evidence
- The SHARP program involved nine community and academic partners.
- Focus groups with older Black adults helped shape the walking routes.
- Participants engaged in walking three times a week for four weeks.
Takeaway
This study created special walking paths for older Black adults to celebrate their history and encourage social interaction while walking.
Methodology
The study involved community and academic partners creating walking routes based on focus group feedback from older Black adults.
Limitations
The study faced challenges related to gentrification and recruitment of participants with cognitive impairments.
Participant Demographics
Participants were primarily older Black adults from the Central District of Seattle.
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