In:
OBM Geriatrics, LIDSEN Publishing Inc, Vol. 5, No. 1 ( 2021-1-4)
Abstract:
The purpose of this convergent mixed methods study was to explore the feasibility of implementing a chair yoga intervention in assisted living facilities (ALFs), evaluating reach, demand, acceptability, practicality, treatment fidelity, and safety. A yoga intervention was implemented twice a week for eight weeks at four different ALFs. Feasibility data were collected in the form of observational data, reflective field notes, and focus groups. Quantitative and qualitative data strands were compared to determine if results were convergent or divergent. Quantitative benchmarks were met for reach, demand, acceptability, practicality, treatment fidelity, and safety. A directed content analysis revealed qualitative results were convergent with quantitative results. Yoga appears to be feasible, but practicality varied widely and was largely dependent on the resources (i.e., staff support and space) available at individual facilities. Recommendations for future research and practical implications are discussed.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
DOI:
10.21926/obm.geriatr.2101
DOI:
10.21926/obm.geriatr
DOI:
10.21926/obm.geriatr.2101148
Language:
Unknown
Publisher:
LIDSEN Publishing Inc
Publication Date:
2021
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