DEVELOPMENT OF A MEASURE OF ALF RESIDENTS’ ACTIVITY PREFERENCES AND REINFORCERS
2024
Measuring Activity Preferences in Assisted Living Residents
Sample size: 612
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Author Information
Author(s): Praska Nicole, Houlihan Daniel, Buchanan Jeff, Weiskittle Rachel
Primary Institution: University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Hypothesis
The study aimed to create an updated measure of ALF residents’ activity engagement reinforcers.
Conclusion
The study resulted in a new 33-item survey that helps assess ALF residents’ interests and motivators for activity engagement.
Supporting Evidence
- The study involved a two-step process with input from 10 subject matter experts.
- Exploratory factor analysis identified five factors related to activity engagement.
Takeaway
Researchers created a new survey to find out what activities older people in assisted living like best, which can help make their lives better.
Methodology
The study involved compiling a list of potential reinforcers from experts and refining it into a likert-scale survey administered to older adults.
Participant Demographics
Older adults aged 65 and older.
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