INTERGENERATIONAL HEALTH PROMOTION PROJECT TO REDUCE OLDER ADULT SOCIAL ISOLATION AND LONELINESS: A FEASIBILITY STUDY
2024
Intergenerational Health Promotion to Reduce Loneliness in Older Adults
Sample size: 11
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Holloway Jeremy
Primary Institution: New Mexico Highlands University
Hypothesis
Can the Tellegacy program effectively reduce social isolation and loneliness among older adults?
Conclusion
The Tellegacy program showed improvements in loneliness and life satisfaction among older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants showed improved scores in loneliness and life satisfaction.
- Students reported self-reported changes indicating benefits from the program.
Takeaway
This study found that having students talk to older adults can help them feel less lonely and happier.
Methodology
University students were paired with older adults for weekly conversations and used oral reminiscence therapies.
Limitations
The study is a feasibility study and may require further research to confirm findings.
Participant Demographics
Older adults in the northern Midwest area.
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