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Id : 216

Author :
Moody, E., ; Phinney, A.,

Title


A community-engaged art program for older people: fostering social inclusion.

Reference :


Moody, E. & Phinney, A. (2012) A community-engaged art program for older people: fostering social inclusion. Canadian Journal on Aging, Volume 31, Issue 1, Pages 55-64.

Link to article https://doi.org/10.1017/S0714980811000596
Abstract Social inclusion is an important factor in promoting optimum health and wellness for older adults. Community-engaged arts (CEA) have been promoted as a means to support social inclusion for this population, but little empirical evidence has been reported. The objective of this study was to explore the role of a CEA program in the social inclusion of older, community-dwelling adults. Sixteen hours of participant observation, nine interviews, and document analyses were conducted with 20 older adults participating in the Arts, Health and Seniors (AHS) Program in Vancouver. Results indicated that the program supported seniors’ capacity to connect to community in new ways by helping them forge connections beyond the seniors centre. Participants also developed a stronger sense of community through collaboration as a group , working together on the arts project towards a fi nal demonstration to the larger community. The results suggest that CEA programs contribute to social inclusion for older people.

Results:


Metodology:

randomized


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