Physical Activity Practice, Life Satisfaction, and Loneliness Among Older Adults: A Study Based on Social Network Analysis Within an Intergenerational Framework

The results demonstrate the psychosocial benefits of participating in intergenerational programs focused on group physical activity within a university-community collaboration environment. The study addresses its research objectives by highlighting improvements in life satisfaction, reductions in loneliness, and enhanced social connections among OAs. Significance/Implications: These findings underscore the importance of intergenerational physical activity programs in improving the well-being of OAs. The study's outcomes have implications for practice, service delivery, policy formulation, and future research contributing to the advancement of gerontological knowledge and the improvement of outcomes for OAs.