BRAIN HEALTH IN COMMUNITY: INVOLVING AND COLLABORATING WITH COMMUNITIES YIELDED UNEXPECTED INNOVATIONS
2024
Community Engagement in Cognitive Health Promotion
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Author Information
Author(s): Gan Daniel, Wang Claire, Woronko Susan
Primary Institution: University of Toronto
Hypothesis
This research aimed to understand and meet gaps in cognitive health promotion in diverse communities.
Conclusion
The study found that building trust with older adults led to innovative solutions in cognitive health promotion.
Supporting Evidence
- The research team engaged in consultative conversations with older adults and activity providers.
- Trust built with older adults led to the sharing of unmet needs and innovative solutions.
- A mindful discussion program was collaboratively piloted with community organizations.
Takeaway
When researchers and older adults work together and trust each other, they can come up with new ideas to help with aging.
Methodology
The research involved consultative conversations and focus groups with older adults and activity providers.
Participant Demographics
Diverse communities, including older adults and activity providers.
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