Efficacy of a health promotion program for adults with intellectual disabilities

2010 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. e4-e5
Author(s):  
Willi Horner-Johnson
2020 ◽  
pp. 174462952095744
Author(s):  
Kathleen McCarty ◽  
Alicia Dixon-Ibarra ◽  
Megan MacDonald

Introduction: Individuals with intellectual disabilities are a known health disparities group. The Team Wellness (TW) health promotion program was developed to provide healthy lifestyle information to target this population. The purpose of this study was to conduct a qualitative program evaluation on Team Wellness. Methods: Interviews were conducted via one-on-one format with program coaches (n = 4, mean age = 25, female = 2, male = 2) and focus group with program athletes (n = 6, mean age = 45, female = 4, male = 2) who completed the TW program. Results: Themes that emerged included: (1) Program Perceptions; (2) TW Support; and (3) Program Feedback. Program perceptions were positive and continued athlete participation was anticipated. Coaches felt prepared to facilitate based on previous experience though program fidelity varied. Conclusion: Study participants enjoyed TW and identified valuable recommendations. Program fidelity and marketing efforts are important for future consideration. Further quantitative assessment is needed to determine the effectiveness the program.


2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Mellor ◽  
Catherine Connaughton ◽  
Marita P. McCabe ◽  
Gemma Tatangelo

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