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Aim Exercise-based fall-prevention programmes can significantly benefit older adults at risk of falling, yet drop-out and non-adherence are common. The current study investigated the feasibility and effects of an intergenerational, gardeningbased fall-prevention programme. This intervention was chosen because gardening is known to have a multitude of positive effects and was considered as an attractive option for the target population. Subject and methods Across 3 months, 16 individuals at risk of falling participated in eight weekly gardening sessions. Participants completed a battery of physical assessments and self-report questionnaires before and after the intervention. Focus groups were used to explore the participants' perceptions of the intervention. ## Results No statistically significant changes for the main physical and mental health outcomes were found, but participants reported increased confidence and reduced fear of falling post-intervention. Qualitative analyses revealed that participants perceived the intervention to have diverse positive effects, and provided important insights into participants' motivation for programme attendance. Conclusion A professionally desi

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Author

Sandra Klaperski-van der Wal; Adam Bruton; Luke Felton; Susan Turner

Publisher

Springer Science and Business Media LLC

Published

2023

Language

EN

Field

Health Professions (Health Sciences)