A Pilot Randomized Trial of a Purposeful and Stimulating Volunteer Opportunity
John D. Piette,
Benjamin M. Hampstead,
Nicolle Marinec
et al.
Abstract:Background:
Purposeful social interactions are important for healthy aging. We conducted a pilot trial of SPEAK! (Seniors Promoting English Acquisition and Knowledge), an intervention providing older volunteers with a safe, accessible opportunity to converse via webcam with English-language learners.
Methods:
A neurologically mixed sample of older adults was randomized to 8 weekly, webcam conversations with English-language learners or a waitlist contro… Show more
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