Promoting the Congregate Meal Program to the Next Generation of Rural-Residing Older Adults

2016 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 113-123 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kara A. Hoerr ◽  
Sarah L. Francis ◽  
Jennifer A. Margrett ◽  
Marc Peterson ◽  
Warren D. Franke
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
Congregate Meal Program

scholarly journals Congregate Meal Program—How Can We Make It More Appealing? (P16-014-19)

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Savannah Schultz ◽  
Sarah Francis ◽  
Carlene Russell ◽  
Tim Getty
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Extracurricular Activities ◽  
Health Care Access ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Nutrition Program ◽  
Community Activities ◽  
Funding Sources ◽  
Congregate Meal Program

Abstract Objectives Congregate meal program (CMP) participation has been steadily declining despite a growing older adult population. The CMP is an important community nutrition program for older adults. Understanding the needs and preferences for the CMP by older adults is imperative if CMP participation is to increase. The purpose of this study was to identify the motivators and barriers for CMP attendance, menu preferences, desired environmental attributes, and educational programming ideas. Methods Participants were recruited via in-person presentations and personal invitations in two Midwest urban counties. Four focus groups were held. Three groups were with CMP participants (n = 21) and one with non-CMP participants (n = 11). All (n = 33) completed a sociodemographic questionnaire. Focus group transcriptions were analyzed for themes using standard focus group protocol. Sociodemographic data were analyzed via SPSS using descriptive statistics. Results All were White. The majority were educated (75.8% some college or higher), female (72.2%), and were food secure (93.8%). Over half (53.1%) aged 71 to 80 years old. Participants stated successful aging required support systems, health care access, financial security, community activities for older adults, and transportation. CMP participation motivators were socialization, affordability, access to a healthy meal and location. Participation barriers for non-CMP participants were being unaware of a CMP near them, limited transportation and not feeling that they needed to participate. Preferred marketing strategies included word of mouth and print-based advertisement. Participants stated that ideally, the CMP would be held in a facility with a welcoming ambience, offer menu choice, and provide a variety of extracurricular activities. Conclusions These findings provide insight as to how the CMP may be modified to be more appealing to older adults. We suggest CMP promotion highlight the value of a healthy meal and the opportunities for socialization. Funding Sources Administration for Community Living/Administration on Aging: Innovations in Nutrition Program and Services Grant 2017–2019. https://bit.ly/2RR17VC.

Conclusion

2021 ◽  
pp. 233-238
Author(s):  
Karla Vermeulen
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
Key Points ◽  
The World ◽  
Wealth Gap

The “Conclusion” chapter summarizes key points from the book, emphasizing how complex and unstable the world has always been for Generation Disaster. While every generation faces its own challenges, there has never been a combination of social and political stressors shaping daily life to the degree this cohort has experienced, yet many demonstrate remarkable resilience and optimism. I know it’s not realistic to encourage older adults to retire from their lucrative jobs or powerful political positions to make way for the next generation or to voluntarily redistribute their assets to narrow the wealth gap, but older adults are encouraged to stop judging Generation Disaster and instead to allow them to demonstrate what they’re capable of when simply given the opportunity.

scholarly journals Best Practices for Educating the Next Generation to Work With Older Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 91 (4) ◽  
pp. 359-361
Author(s):  
Alexandria R. Ebert ◽  
Abigail Nehrkorn-Bailey ◽  
Amy Knepple Carney ◽  
Julie Hicks Patrick
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Next Generation

Senior Tech: The Next Generation: Health Informatics Solutions for Older Adults Living in the Community

2016 ◽  
Vol 42 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Uba Backonja ◽  
Laura Kneale ◽  
George Demiris ◽  
Hilaire J. Thompson
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Health Informatics ◽  
Next Generation

scholarly journals Understanding the Key Factors of Older Adults’ Continuance Intention in Congregate Meal Halls

Foods ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 2638
Author(s):  
Wang-Chin Tsai ◽  
Xuqi Chen
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Continuance Intention ◽  
Perceived Service Quality ◽  
Perceived Satisfaction ◽  
Intention To Participate ◽  
Congregate Meal Program ◽  
Main Factor

Eating congregate/community meals with friends promotes a balanced and healthy diet among older adults. It is helpful for postponing aging, preventing chronic diseases, and improving their quality of life. However, little research has examined the continuance intention for older adults with the congregate meal program in Taiwan. This study established a model for key factors of older adults’ continuance intention dining at senior meal halls, and hypotheses to explain them, and subsequently designed questionnaires and scales. By analyzing the longitudinal data collected from 416 individuals using survey questionnaires, we found that the perceived service quality is the main factor that affects the perceived satisfaction, and the perceived satisfaction of the older adults plays an important role in this survey. It showed that if the older adults are satisfied with the service quality provided by the senior meal halls, which will accordingly affect the post-use trust, they will show a positive continuance intention to participate in the senior meal halls. We also found that the older adults have positive views on the planning and service contents of the existing senior meal halls. Together, these results illustrate the process and provide comprehensive insights and evidence to create a better user experience and improve the satisfaction of the congregate meal for older adults.

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