The Emotional, Physical and Cognitive Benefits of Purposeful Green Space Activities on Seniors
Loneliness, Social Isolation, Mood
About this trial
This is an interventional basic science trial for Loneliness
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Over 65 years
- A JABA center user
- Can walk unassisted for 20 minutes
- Willing to comply with COVID-19 regulations
Exclusion Criteria:
- Under 65 years
- Never used a JABA center
- unable to walk unassisted for 20 minutes.
- Unwilling to comply with COVID-19 regulations
Sites / Locations
- University of Virginia
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Arm 3
Experimental
Experimental
Experimental
Walking
Citizen Science
Planting
This contemplative activity will see users taken to a local green space area near their center and encouraged to walk around the space. It is anticipated walks will last around 15-20 minutes.
This cerebral activity sees users engage with local green spaces, under the instruction of a citizen scientist, to learn about the intricacies of the space. This may include lichen counts (or similar) where the main outcome is learning based.
This physical activity will see users, lead by a local Master Gardener, engage with planting vegetables/fruit in raised beds. Not only will this allow users a chance to engage physically with nature, but it is anticipated that the grown produce will be used for center users.