August 25, 2021 (Originally posted: July 29, 2021)
August 25, 2021 (Originally posted: July 29, 2021)
September 2, 2021: This program has been rescheduled for January 2022. Thank you for your interest!
Vecova is excited to offer a 12-week recreation program for older adults with memory challenges starting on September 13, 2021! This program is in partnership with the University of Calgary and the Alzheimer Society of Calgary.
Tailored to attendees needs and interests, the 3-hour sessions include physical and cognitive exercises for adults ages 65 or older with cognitive impairment or dementia. These sessions will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays for the duration of the program.
This subsidized program is a part of a research study conducted to examine the effectiveness of a tailored physical and cognitive exercise program for older adults with memory problems.
To examine the effectiveness of a tailored physical and cognitive exercise program for older adults with memory problems.
Adults age 65 and older with cognitive impairment or dementia and their family caregivers who can attend bi-weekly sessions for this 12 week program.
You will be asked to fill out questionnaires on your mood and have your physical fitness measured. Your family caregiver will also fill out questionnaires. You will be asked to attend bi-weekly sessions that last about 3 hours and include physical and cognitive exercises tailored to your needs. The bi-weekly participation will last for 12 weeks.
Participating in this study may improve your overall physical functioning.
This 12-week program begins on September 13, 2021 and will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays for the duration of the program.
The subsidized program cost: $25/session for 12 weeks
Contact:
Melissa Olin, Vecova
403-284-1121 |
Gwen McGhan, University of Calgary
587-892-2801 |
Research Ethics Board 18-0098
The University of Calgary Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board has approved this research study.