Exploring the effects of Bingocize®: A novel and interactive community-based physical activity intervention for older adults.

Outcome measures will be administered both before and after the intervention (CG= 12 weeks without an intervention): Pre and post testing of functional performance tests, independence questionnaires, and cognition tests. The City of Krakow Poland is supporting this project and will help recruit participants from older adult facilities. After screening, consent and fall risk assessment, the IG will receive x2 Bingocize® sessions per week for 12 weeks an hour each session. Two waves of participants of 25 people will receive the intervention. A paper version of bingocize will be provided to each individual where each number that is marked throughout the game will allow for participants to either perform a physical activity or answer a health related question. This will be a social group activity conducted by a trained professional in bingocize whom will receive a certificate after completion of the 2 hour training program online. Training includes a website course explaining the rules and instructions. The CG will be formed separately between the same time period. Example of Health Questions: 1. People who are moderate to high risk for falling may reduce their risk by a. Medication management b. Physical activity c. Home safety improvements d. All of the above A: D 2. Approximately 75% of falls in older adults occur a. In or near the home b. At social events c. While exercising Answer: A 3. Home safety improvements can a. Make caregiving more difficult b. Cause restriction of activities c. Increase independence and safety d. Make daily activities more difficult Answer: C Examples of Exercises: Marching in Place for 30 seconds Chest Press for 30 seconds Chair stands for 30 seconds