Development and Testing of an Exergaming and Artmaking Program to Enhance Cognitive and Physical Function in Older Adults: Results of a Community-Based Pilot Study

Our group-based recreation program, delivering SMARTfit exergaming and guided art-making to older adults, improved cognitive and physical functions important to successful aging. In addition, our approach of seeking direct feedback from older adults, in developing the program, produced a highly enjoyable and appealing experience that was age- and ability-appropriate. Our future programs will integrate formal assessments of key psychosocial factors that may influence both the implementation and functional impacts of the "Movers and Makers" curriculum.