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Objective: We describe the development of a lay‐delivered behavioral intervention ("Do More, Feel Better") for depressed senior center clients, and we present preliminary data from a pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) on (a) the feasibility of training lay volunteers to fidelity and (b) the acceptability, impact, and safety of the intervention. Methods: We trained 11 volunteers at two aging service settings in "Do More, Feel Better" and randomized 18 depressed clients to receive the intervention or referral to mental health services. Results: Pilot data indicated that we can successfully train and certify 64% of older volunteers and that depressed clients receiving the intervention reported high levels of session attendance and satisfaction. While there were no significant differences in 12‐week reduction in Hamilton Depression Rating Scale scores between groups, intervention clients showed an 8‐point reduction in comparison with a 0‐point reduction among referral clients. Conclusions: "Do More, Feel Better" has the potential of transferring evidence‐based behavioral interventions to the hands of supervised lay volunteers and can address the insufficient workforce providing geriatric mental health services. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Background/Objectives: The purpose of this study was analyze the subjects to understand dementia patients' level of need for aid tools that affect their daily activities, safety management, and cognitive function. Methods/Statistical analysis: The current study recruited subjects through a community welfare center for the elderly. Fifty-seven normal elderly, thirteen dementia patients, and fifteen caregivers of dementia patients agreed to participate in the study. We were provided with explanations of each item and invited to ask questions. The questionnaires consisted of personal information, general health states, and supportive needs (daily life, safety management, cognitive function). The collected data underwent statistical processing using SPSS. Findings: The first analysis was regarding the difference in preference for daily activity aids among the normal elderly, dementia patients, and caregivers of dementia patient groups. The normal elderly and dementia patients mostly preferred the automatic dispenser; however, the caregiver group displayed the highest preference for the medication calendar. In the area regarding tools for safety management, the night sensor was the most preferred in the three groups. In terms of aid tools for cognitive activities, the normal elderly mostly preferred the alarm clock, dementia patients selected the artificial intelligence speaker, and the caregivers chose the large-sized calendar and notebook. Improvements/Applications: Instead of providing aids without conditions, they should be offered according to the level of need experienced by beneficiary. Also, systematic service of specialist will be required for the process. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background/Objectives: The purpose of this study is to identify the relationship between depression and health conservation of community dwelling elderly and to confirm the mediating effect of self-efficacy in their relationship. Method/Statistical analysis: This study is a descriptive study and consists of collected data using questionnaires for 129 elderly people who use the elderly community health center as an elderly person living in C, D, and S city. Findings: The elderly depression and self-efficacy were appeared to have significant correlation with health preservation. The elderly depression has a significant effect on self-efficacy (R³=12.9%). Depression had a statistically significant effect on health conservation (R³=3.1%). Depression (β=-.02, p=.779) and selfefficacy (β=.47, p<.001) were significant predictors of health conservation and explanatory power was 21.8%. Self-efficacy was found to have a mediating effect of depression and health conservation of the elderly (Z=-3.13, p=.001). Improvements / Applications: It is suggested to develop a nursing intervention program that focuses on reducing depression and enhancing self-efficacy in order to conserve the health of the elderly in daily life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Elderly people want to live in the community even if they are in poor health. However, there is no integrated care support system suitable for the health and functional status of the elderly. So the elderly are choosing living facilities. The purpose of this study is to explore exploring whether the elderly are applying for a long-term care certification. First, mild geriatric patients were mainly using home care services such as visitation care. However, some of the milder elderly were enrolled in nursing homes. And the service that does not fit the functional status of the elderly is used. Second, it is concentrated on the use of visiting care services. Third, elderly people outside the class did not receive sufficient help for daily life, and the use of community welfare services such as the elderly welfare center was low. As a result, long-term care admitters are not able to continue to live in the community even though their health and functioning status is mild, and elderly people out of grade are unable to properly use the necessary community care services. The condition is likely to deteriorate. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study was conducted to predict sociocultural psychological variables affecting successful aging of the elderly. The participants were 187 elderly people aged at least sixty who used 16 elderly welfare centers in G metropolitan city and J and S city from december 2018 to january 2019. Data analysis was done by using SPSS WIN 23.0 program, for one-way ANOVA, independent t-test, pearson correlation coefficients and multiple regression. This study showed a positive correlation between successful aging and basic psychological need, ego-integrity, cultural competence. The ego-integrity(β =.372, p<.001), cultural competence(β=.410, p<.001), relationship(β=.168, p=.003) have a 71.1% explanatory power for the successful aging of the elderly. It is necessary to develop sociocultural psychological programs to promote self-integration, cultural competence, and relationship for successful aging of the elderly. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: This study aimed to determine the depression and cognitive disorders of the elderly and identify the potent factors influencing these conditions. Material and Method: The study involved face-to-face interviews with 186 elderly aged >65 at their homes. These elderly could he reached among 208 people who were enrolled at old age care center; which provides service under the Ministry of Family and Social Policies. Standardised mini-mental state examination and geriatric depression scale were applied to each person, and data were collected between October and December 2013. Results: The depression rate was 12.9%, the cognitive disorders rate was 30.1%. Although cognitive disorders was high in elderly who had less education and income, who were single or widowers, who had never worked in their lifetime, and who previously underwent head trauma. The rate of depression was high in those who had a low educational level, a chronic illness, and no daily occupation. Elderly with depression also had high rates of cognitive disorders. Conclusion: Integration of screening programs with institutions that provide primary healthcare service fo r early diagnosis and treatment of cognitive disorders and depression among old people, increasing the number of institutions established fo r the prevention of old people's isolation, and improving their areas of interest are important factors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose and aim: The activity center (AC), an effective model for health support and health-related quality of life improvements for older people, has been operating for many years worldwide. This study aimed to assess the necessity of and preference for attending AC and its desired functions and facilities in elderly people in Vietnam. Subjects and methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at parks and senior clubs, with 121 participants from 6 February to 20 April 2017, in Hanoi. The health status, preference, and willingness-to-pay for AC use of respondents were assessed. Results: Over 75% of respondents agreed to establish an AC for older people. Among them, approximately 71.7% were willing to pay a monthly fee for this center. Elderly individuals who obtain regular physical examination when feeling pain/discomfort and who were participating in clubs for elder people were more likely to agree to establish and pay for an AC. Meanwhile, women who have to take care of grandchildren, people who were saving money and people who had children working in organizations or who were freelancers were less likely to agree to establish and pay for AC. Conclusion: The results suggest the feasibility of establishment of ACs in Vietnam, with a high proportion of participants agreeing to such establishing and willing to pay for the AC. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aim to evaluate dietary quality and nutritional status according to the consumption of health functional food using Nutrition Quotient for Korean elderly (NQ-E) for 288 elderly people attending senior welfare centers in Gyeonggi-do. The questionnaire consisted of items about general information, health functional food, and Nutrition Quotient for Korean elderly (NQ-E). Chi-squared test, Fisher's exact tests, and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) were performed using the SAS program ver. 9.4. Among the male and female subjects, the female subjects consumed more health functional food. The results of the dietary quality and nutritional status difference according to the intake of health functional food showed significant differences only in the areas of variety and abstinence among nutrition quotient factors for men, while no significant differences were observed in any of the nutrition quotient factors for women. In conclusion, focused-nutrition education program and useful guideline is needed for promoting adequate consumption of health functional foods in elderly. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: This study aimed at investigating the CV health and CV disease knowledge in terms of LS7 score among 3 age groups in Hong Kong.Methods: A cross-sectional multicenter observational study was conducted to observe the CV health and disease risk knowledge in Hong Kong. Elderly subjects were recruited from 15 elderly centers, whereas young adults and the middle-aged were recruited from 6 on-campus health check sessions. Subjects' demographics, lifestyle behavior and risk knowledge were obtained through questionnaire while their body mass index, random capillary blood glucose, blood cholesterol and blood pressure were measured. LS7 score and risk knowledge score was calculated.Results: The LS7 of younger adult, middle-aged and elderly were 10.6 ± 1.3, 9.3 ± 1.9 and 9.7 ± 1.7 respectively. Only 0.6% participants have attained ideal CV health and 35.9% have 5 to 7 ideal CV health metrics. Elderly performed worst in risk knowledge with a score of 8.1 ± 3.3 while young adult and middle-aged were similar (9.6 ± 1.8 and 9.7 ± 1.5). 71% of the participants correctly identified ≥9 components. Logistic regression revealed that subjects aged ≤65 years (OR 2.341, 95% CI 1.779 to 3.080) and with tertiary education (OR 2.031, 95% CI 1.527 to 2.701) were more likely to obtain optimum LS7. No association was found between having optimum LS7 and full knowledge.Conclusion: Only few adults in this study population had ideal CV health as defined by AHA. Knowledge has no association but young age and tertiary education has positive association with CV health. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 385 participants attending two separate comprehensive multipurpose senior centers in Tennessee. Based on self-reports, the findings suggest senior centers provide a prominent role in improving the physical and mental health of older clients. In addition to documenting the health and wellness benefits, respondents provided detailed personal accounts of the value and meaning they place on senior center friendships. Participants acknowledged that these social networks provide much-needed emotional support as well as instrumental assistance beyond the confines of the senior center. Using a conceptual framework stressing successful aging, these findings suggest the senior center as serves critical element of the long-term care continuum providing a therapeutic place to thrive in later life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Although the rate of cannabis use by older adults is increasing more quickly than all other age groups, little is known about the reasons why older adults use cannabis and the outcomes they experience. Objective: The objective of this study was to identify the most salient themes concerning the use of medical and recreational cannabis by older adults living in Colorado. Specifically, we sought to (1) characterize perceptions of cannabis use by users and non-users, (2) determine how older adults access cannabis, and (3) explicate both positive and negative outcomes associated with cannabis use. Methods: Between June and November 2017, we conducted 17 focus groups in senior centers, health clinics, and cannabis dispensaries in 15 Colorado cities. Participants included 136 persons aged over 60 years who were both users and non-users of cannabis. We coded and analyzed session transcripts using thematic analysis with NVivo software. Results: We identified 16 codes from which five main themes emerged. These themes included: a lack of education and research about cannabis, a lack of provider communication, access to medical cannabis, the outcomes of cannabis use, and a reluctance to discuss cannabis use. Conclusions: Older adults want more information about cannabis and desire to communicate with their healthcare providers. Older adults who used cannabis for medical purposes reported positive outcomes but highlighted difficulties in accessing medical cannabis. Older adults in Colorado also revealed how a stigma continues to be attached to using cannabis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Summary: In the fields of social work and social welfare, there have been many studies which have examined the use of social services. Few studies, however, have specifically explored the use of social services by older male clients (age 60 and older). There is little understanding in social work concerning how to best work with male clients. Using the 2012 Southeastern Pennsylvania Household Health Survey (n = 3042), this study examines how older males are using social services as compared to older females. Findings: Specifically using a zero-inflated negative binomial regression model and logit models this study finds that older males, in general, are using fewer social services than older females. Looking at services supported through the Older Americans Act of 1965, it also identifies which services older males have a lower likelihood of using as compared to older females. Furthermore, instead of viewing all older males as a monolithic group, this study shows how intersectionalities in race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status affect service use. Applications: By having a greater understanding of which services older males are and are not using, nonprofit organizations can start exploring how to expand and improve services for this population. To improve outreach to older males, organizations should first explore if they are using services to begin with. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that patients at risk of falling engage in evidence‐based community fall prevention programs (EBCFPPs). EBCFPPs are often delivered in senior centers (SCs). This is the first independent assessment of availability of EBCFPPs in SCs. DESIGN: Cross‐sectional study of four types of EBCFPPs in the 25‐mile radius of 10 US academic centers (ACs). SETTING: SCs. PARTICIPANTS: SCs. INTERVENTION: None. MEASUREMENTS: Number and types of EBCFPPs offered at SCs. RESULTS: Across the 10 ACs, 249 SCs were sampled. Of the SCs, 35% offered zero, 54% offered at least one, 9% offered at least two, and 2% offered at least three EBCFPPs. Tai Chi of any type was offered in 59.8%, A Matter of Balance was offered in 8.9%, Stepping On was offered in 8.0%, and Staying Active and Independent for Life was offered in 1.2% of SCs sampled. SCs near Columbia University offered all four of the programs, while those near the University of Utah, Johns Hopkins University, and Seattle University only offered three of the programs. In univariate analysis, the number of local SCs was significantly associated with quantity of EBCFPPs (odds ratio [OR] = 2.2; 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.9‐2.6; P < .001), but not with diversity of EBCFPPs (OR = 1.0; 95% CI = 1.0‐1.1; P =.13). In multivariate regression, city, sex distribution, and average household income did not correlate with the overall number or the diversity of EBCFPPs, whereas locales with more SCs offered more EBCFPPs (OR = 2.2; 95% CI = 1.7‐2.9; P < .001). CONCLUSIONS: A significant number of SCs still do not offer any EBCFPPs. From those that do, few offer a diversity of these programs. Opportunities exist to increase access to EBCFPPs in SCs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The current study investigated whether osteoarthritis pain was associated with physical function and aimed to identify possible multistep indirect pathways of the association between pain and physical function through sleep quality, depression, and fatigue. Using the survey method, data were collected from 222 adults age ≥65 years diagnosed with osteoarthritis at a senior welfare center in Daejeon, Korea. Data were statistically analyzed using serial multiple mediation analysis. Study i ndings showed that the relationship between pain and limitation of physical function was partially mediated by sleep quality, depression, and fatigue. The experience of pain among older adults with osteoarthritis directly and most strongly led to limitations in physical functioning, and pain-induced sleep disorders, depression, and fatigue may sequentially negatively af ect physical functioning. Thus, pain is a possible fundamental cause of poor, or deterioration in, physical functioning in older adults with osteoarthritis. Therefore, pain assessment and pain management should be prioritized when caring for older adults with osteoarthritis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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A wheelchair users detector is presented to extend people detection, providing a more general solution to detect people in environments such as houses adapted for independent and assisted living, hospitals, healthcare centers and senior residences. A wheelchair user model is incorporated in a detector whose detections are afterwards combined with the ones obtained using traditional people detectors (we define these as standing people detectors). We have trained a model for classical (DPM) and two for modern (Faster-RCNN and YOLOv3) detection algorithms, to compare their performance. Besides the extensibility proposed with respect to people detection, a dataset of video sequences has been recorded in a real in-door senior residence environment containing wheelchairs users and standing people and it has been released together with the associated ground-truth. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background Older persons living alone have been associated with poorer health outcomes and higher mortality rate. However, little is known about the drug related problems (DRPs) faced by this population group in Singapore. Objectives This study aims to elucidate the prevalence and type of DRPs associated with older persons living alone. Setting Eleven Senior Activity Centers in Singapore. Method Individuals aged above 55 years, taking at least one oral chronic medication and living in the housing estate served by the Senior Activity Centers were recruited to participate in an individual interviewer-administered cross-sectional survey. Those who were unable to comprehend the survey or communicate their responses fully were excluded. DRPs were identified by the interviewers and reported using a modified DOCUMENT system. Main outcome measure The main outcome measure was the difference in prevalence and types of DRPs between survey participants with different living arrangements. Results Among 360 respondents, 152 (42.2%) were older persons living alone. A higher prevalence (61.2% vs. 47.6%, adjusted OR = 1.86 [1.12-3.10], p = 0.016) and mean number of DRPs (1.23 ± 1.4 vs. 0.95 ± 1.33, p = 0.018) were observed among older persons living alone in comparison with those who were not living alone. Specifically, those living alone were more likely to have DRP related to the category 'Taking too little' (adjusted OR = 2.32 [1.28-4.20], p = 0.006) and which involved the use of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (adjusted OR = 2.78 [1.16-6.69], p = 0.022). Conclusion Besides having a significantly higher prevalence of DRP, older persons living alone were more likely to be non-adherent to their medications, particularly statins. Targeted interventions to reduce these DRPs and ensure appropriate management of chronic conditions should be derived, especially for those who lack the ability to help themselves. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aimed to explore how the aging population in Appalachia manages its transportation and plans for the transition to non-driving and to seek possible solutions to the challenge of meeting rural transportation needs. Four focus groups (N = 38) were conducted, supplemented by a questionnaire, in Appalachian Kentucky. The results showed that few alternative transportation existed except a local paratransit service and informal transportation support. Compared to older adults, middle-aged adults reported a greater willingness to use mobile phones and the Internet to arrange transportation if they were available. Participants also recommended expanding the use of existing transportation in the community – such as church vans – to better meet the aging population's needs. The findings suggest that partnership between government, non-profit, and private sectors is needed, not solely focusing on a tax-dependent solution. Additionally, information and communication technology-based transportation management system would help maximize the use of scare but existing resources in rural areas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The aim of this study was to describe the intake frequency of foods classified as healthy, processed and ultra-processed, and associated factors among the elderly. This is a cross-sectional study, consisting of convenience sampling, from a Daycare Center for the Elderly in Campo Grande (Mato Grosso do Sul). We investigated variables related to sample characterization, food intake frequency and health habits (physical activity, alcohol intake, smoking, illnesses diagnosis). Women present lower weekly intake frequencies for processed/ultra-processed foods and higher values for in natura foods, when compared to men. The weekly frequency of physical activity = 3 day was associated (p<0.0001) to females (94.4%). Considering both sexes, 61.8% declared a diagnosis of hypertension and 22.4% of diabetes. The frequency of 3 or more diseases was higher for female elderly (p<0.05). The results show that women present higher frequency of healthy foods intake and physical activity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: To identify the sociodemographic and health characteristics of the elderly in the Life Center programs in four municipalities of the department of Meta, Colombia. Materials and Methods: Descriptive study with quantitative variables, non-probabilistic design with selection of units by discretionary sampling, in a sample of 819 older adults. A cognitive evaluation was carried out, along with depression scale, basic activities of daily living, evaluation of gait and balance, index for the instrumental activity of daily living, and comorbidity index. Results: The multiple correspondence analysis indicates independent men with absence of non-depressive comorbidity and null risk of falls. In turn, women (profile: without studies, widowed) do have comorbidity, cognitive impairment, dependence, and greater fall risk. Conclusions: It is fundamental to work on strengthening the formation of professionals, community agents, caregivers of older adults, as well as in the development of programs for health promotion that foster active aging. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background/Objectives: Purpose of this study was to identify the relationship between the perceived health condition (PHC) of the elderly and the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and to confirm the mediating effect of the social networks (SNs) in their relationship. Methods/Statistical analysis: This study was a descriptive study and collected data using questionnaires for 210 elderly people who use the elderly welfare center as an elderly person living in J-gun, C-city, Chungbuk. Findings: The PHC of the elderly had an effect on the mediator SNs (β=.548, p<.001), PHC had an effect on the health related quality of life, which is a dependent variable (β=-.664, p<.001). As a result of examining the effect of the mediator's SNs on the HRQOL, which is a dependent variable, PHC (β=-.521, p<.001) and SNs (β=-.262, p<.001) showed a significant predictor of HRQOL. Therefore, the SNs played a role of mediator and influenced the relationship between PHC and HRQOL of the elderly, and the degree of PHC and SNs explaining HRQOL was 48.9%. Improvements/Applications: By examining the mediating effect of the SNs in relation to the PHC of the elderly living in the community and HRQOL, the researcher has prepared a plan to maintain and promote the elderly in a healthy old age [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Mental health is often negatively impacted throughout the aging process and declines in psychological health can result in a decreased sense of well-being and overall quality of life in the older adult population. Research has shown that positive psychology interventions can enhance psychological well-being in older adults; however few studies have targeted this population. Researchers sought to evaluate a positive mental health intervention in an older adult population. The Art of Happiness is an 8-week intervention that was conducted at two senior centers. Pre and post intervention assessments of participant subjective happiness, stress, gratitude, life satisfaction, depression, mindfulness, arousal states, and general demographic and health information were completed. Compared to the control group, by the end of the intervention, participants experienced significantly less perceived stress, and were significantly calmer and less tired than before the intervention. Results from this study provide significant contributions to the field of positive psychology and suggest that interventions similar to "The Art of Happiness," are applicable to older adult populations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Falls are associated with enormous costs in morbidity and early mortality, as well as loss of safe, independent lifestyles for community-dwelling older adults. The purpose of this quality improvement project was to implement an author-designed, easy-to-remember guide to fall prevention for community-dwelling older adults and enhance their awareness and knowledge of fall risks in the home. A Four Smart Steps Fall Prevention program (exercise, eye exams, home safety, and primary care visits) presented fall prevention education for community-dwelling older adults. The project was implemented at a senior center by registered nurses and evaluated through an anonymous questionnaire. The desired outcome was an increase in safety awareness and knowledge of fall prevention for community-dwelling older adults. Community-dwelling older adults with enhanced education on fall prevention will be more likely to be able to live independently within a safe environment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: To review incidence, different causes, clinical characteristics and visual outcomes after treatment of endophthalmitis. It was a Retrospective case series. Methods and materials: In this study, 21 diagnosed cases of endophthalmitis were included, which were referred from different medical centers to a senior faculty for management from January 2017 to December 2018.The demographic, clinical and laboratory data was collected and analyzed by SPSS 20. P value <0.05 indicated statistical significance. Results: During 2 years period, 21 cases of endophthalmitis were received from different medical centers operated by different eye surgeons. 13 (62%) were male and 8 (38%) were females. Nine (62%) developed postoperative endophthalmitis after cataract surgery, 6 (28%) after trauma, 5 (24%) were endogenous endophthalmitis and 1 (5%) after intravitreal avastin injection. The culture sensitivity report was negative in 16(76%), positive in one (5%) and NA in 4 (19%). Initial VA was faulty PL in 11 (52%), PL in 4 (19%) and HM in 6 (29%). Final VA was HM in 4 (19%), CF in 8 (38%) and above CF in 7 (33%). Two patients (10%) ended up in painful blind eye for which evisceration was done. All patients received intravitreal antibiotics and steroids initially but only 1 (5%) responded well remaining required PPV with silicon oil. Two (10%) required evisceration. 19 (90%) were cases of acute endophthalmitis and 2 (10%) were chronic endophthalmitis cases. Among 19 acute cases 9 (43%) developed clinical features of endophthalmitis within a week of surgery or trauma and 10 (47%) within second to fourth week. Two (10%) cases presented 6 weeks after cataract surgery and others within one month of ocular surgery or trauma. Conclusion: Early intervention can save eye from profound visual loss and 71% eyes got final VA CF or above. So prompt treatment is essential and early vitrectomy has significant role in management of endophthalmitis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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In this article, we address the implementation and deployment of a service robot platform for interaction with the elderly in the context of a collaborative European initiative. Specifically, we overview the development of the robot system architecture and components, focusing on the graceful integration of a set of interoperable intelligent services towards advanced human–robot interaction. The service robot targets older people with light physical or psychological issues, delivering several different functionalities, and putting itself at their service. We describe the initial validation tests in a semi-controlled scenario, as well as the deployment of the robotic platform during a week-long pilot in an end user environment. The main challenges and the outcome of the experimental tests with the mobile robot platform are discussed, and results show generally positive reactions from the care center residents, which have provided their valuable feedback on the usability, appearance, interaction and satisfaction of the robot, yielding important lessons that were learned while performing the pilot. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to analyze the moderation effect of over-commitment in the job crafting–well-being relationship, in the elderly care sector in Spain.Design/methodology/approach A cross-sectional design was implemented and a final sample of 353 participants were assessed using the Job Crafting Questionnaire, an adaptation of the Over-commitment Scale from the Effort-Reward Imbalance Questionnaire, and the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12).Findings A positive interaction between relational and task crafting and over-commitment is observed in the prediction of well-being levels. Specifically, the effect of over-commitment in the task crafting–well-being relationship proved to be statistically significant when opposed to low, medium and high levels of over-commitment. Additionally, the effect of over-commitment in the relational crafting–well-being relationship proved to be statistically significant only when opposed to medium and high levels of over-commitment. Finally, a direct and simple effect was observed between cognitive crafting and well-being, not moderated by over-commitment.Research limitations/implications Implementation of non-behavioral measurements, and a non-longitudinal design are suggested. The development of behavioral measures for job crafting is encouraged, along with the implementation of longitudinal designs sensitive to changes in over-commitment. Possible over-commitment results are biased by an economically contracted environment.Practical implications Job crafting training, over-commitment early detection and further research on job crafting strategies' preferences are suggested.Originality/value The moderating role of over-commitment in the job crafting–well-being relationship in the elderly care sector represents one of these attempts to better understand evidences of how work-related efforts modify a worker's psychological functioning and adaptation, which is the reason why, specially in contexts of uncertainty, its study becomes relevant. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: Impaired cognitive function has been associated with changes in gait and balance deficits in older adults, thus contributing to an increased falls risk. However, associations between physical mobility and cognitive function have not been reported in older adults with cardiovascular disease (CVD). This study examined relationships between cognitive performance (executive function, visual spatial ability) and physical mobility (Timed Up and Go [TUG], gait speed, timed chair rise) in community-dwelling older adults with and without CVD. Methods: Forty-six participants met inclusion/exclusion criteria. Group assignment was completed based on CVD history (CVD group: n 5 27; non-CVD group: n 5 19). Groupwise comparisons between demographic, cognitive, and mobility variables were performed. Associations between cognitive function and physical mobility were examined within each group. Results: Groups did not differ in performance on mobility or cognitive measures; however, in older adults with CVD, executive function (Trail Making Test Part B) was independently associated with gait speed (rs520.469; P 5 .01) and TUG (rs 5 0.430; P 5 .02). Other cognitive measures were not associated with physical mobility in those without CVD. Conclusions: Due to associations found between executive processes and mobility, clinicians should consider screening executive function in older adults with CVD because it may influence physical mobility and falls risk; however, due to the small sample size, further study is indicated. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Senior Centers have served as community focal points for older adults in the US since 1943. They serve a critical role on the aging continuum of care. However, attendance rates among seniors have been dropping nationally, especially among "younger" older adults. This study, which was conducted in a suburban community in Connecticut, utilized a cross-sectional, mixed methods design to understand this phenomenon. Nearly 800 older adults were surveyed to identify their needs, interests and reservations about senior centers. The study findings are relevant for the continued sustainability and relevance of senior centers nationwide. The results provide the framework for recommendations to senior centers with respect to both policy and practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The aim this study was to evaluate the effect of socioeconomic and health aspects variables and WHOQOL-BREF and WHOQOL-OLD domains on the overall quality of life of the elderly by two statistical models: multiple linear regression quantitative and multiple categorical Poisson regression. The regression analyzes performed in this study were based on data from a cross-sectional study with the population of elderly users from four Living Center for Senior Citizens in the Municipality of Cuiabá-MT, considering a random sample of 317 elderly. Generally, the quantitative linear regression model is applied in quality of life studies, however, the scores of this variable do not often follow a linear behavior, even when performing a transformation of the data of the response variable. In this situation and also considering that this study is transversal, an alternative was the application of the multiple Poisson regression model with the categorized dependent variable scores. In this study, only the multiple Poisson model was adequate to the data and it was found that the variables that together presented the greatest risks in quality of life were: perception of ill health, no walking and scores of the physical and psychological domains; all below than the median. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This paper describes the support mechanisms of a 6-month program designed to increase the physical activity levels of older adults in congregate housing facilities and in the community at large. It also reports participant ratings of perceived helpfulness of the various mechanisms to determine the relative value of these mechanisms to enrollees attempting to change their behavior. In general, there was consistency with respect to the ratings of perceived helpfulness between those residing in the community and those from the congregate housing facilities. However, some differences were found. For example, those residing in the community generally rated the mechanisms as less helpful than did participants from congregate housing settings. Individualized attention was ranked among the most helpful features. Results should be useful to those who design and implement physical activity promotion programs for older adults. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The papers in this special section focus on camera-based monitoring for pervasive healthcare informatics. Measuring physiological signals from the human face and body using video cameras is an emerging research topic that has grown rapidly in the last decade. Remote cameras (in both visible and infrared wavelengths) can be used to measure vital signs from a human body based on skin optics or body movements thereby avoiding mechanical contact with the skin. Camera-based health monitoring will bring a rich set of compelling healthcare applications that directly improve upon contact-based monitoring solutions and impact people's care experience and quality of life in various scenarios, such as in hospital care units, sleep/senior centers, assisted-living homes, telemedicine and e-health, baby/elderly care at home, fitness and sports, driver monitoring in automotive applications, cardiac/ respiratory gating for MRI/CT, AR/VR based therapy and clinical training, e [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]