@article{ba904379d1334beea34a51b5dfbfafd8,
title = "Feasibility of an intergenerational tai chi program: A community-based participatory research project",
abstract = "Physical activity programs targeted at only older adults or youth have minimal success. The researchers explore intergenerational programming as an approach to promoting physical activity using community-based participatory research. Study goals are to design and assess the feasibility and efficacy for increasing physical activity and social interaction among older adults and youth through an intergenerational physical activity program. Seven older adults and seven youth completed an eight-week tai chi program. There was interaction between the generations and increased physical activity. Further research is warranted to determine the optimal approach to enhance interaction and physical activity between two generations.",
keywords = "Community-based participatory research, Intergenerational, Physical activity promotion",
author = "Perry, {Cynthia K.} and Kim Weatherby",
note = "Funding Information: Initially, the investigator who is with the University of Washington School of Nursing learned about the health issues of a diverse and low-income urban neighborhood by developing relationships with community members and neighborhood stakeholders. Community members reported that they enjoy participating in intergenerational programs. Community leaders expressed interest in developing an intergenerational physical activity program to combine the goals of promoting physical activity and interaction among generations. The investigator and a Christian-based, nonprofit community organization operating in the neighborhood decided to partner and work together on designing and testing an intergenerational physical activity program within the neighborhood because all parties have similar goals and interests. This community organization comprises three main programs: a youth academic program, a community gym, and an economic development program. In concert with a CBPR approach, a community advisory board (CAB) that consisted of four members was established. The CAB met regularly for six months discussing shared concerns and goals and developing a program grant proposal that was subsequently funded.",
year = "2011",
month = jan,
doi = "10.1080/15350770.2011.544215",
language = "English (US)",
volume = "9",
pages = "69--84",
journal = "Journal of Intergenerational Relationships",
issn = "1535-0770",
publisher = "Routledge",
number = "1",
}