Journal of Korean Gerontological Nursing 2011;13(2):101-108.
재가노인을 위한 노-노 (No-老) 프로그램이 노인의 신체기능, 인지기능 및 삶의 질에 미치는 효과
김연화, 장희정
Effect of the Anti-Aging Program for Community-dwelling Elders
Kim, Yeon Hwa · Jang, Hee Jung
Abstract
Purpose The purpose of this study was to identify the effect of the anti-aging program on physical function,
cognitive function and quality of life in community dwelling elders. Methods The research was designed as a one
single pre-post group. The participants were 144 elders. The anti-aging program was developed by the
investigators. The intervention was conducted 3 times a week for 12 weeks. Data were analyzed using descriptive
statistics and paired t-test. Results After participation in the program the physical function, cognitive function and
quality of life of the elders improved significantly. Conclusion The findings indicate that the anti-aging program
was effective in enhancing physical function, cognitive function and quality of life for community-dwelling elders,
and could be considered as a positive program for physical and cognitive support for elders.