Horticultural therapy for older adults in long-term care
Part of Heart & circulation, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if an app-guided gardening program can improve heart health, reduce stress and depression, and boost happiness in older adults living in nursing homes. It aims to see if these sessions can help you feel better overall.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older and live in a long-term care facility
- You have lived in your facility for at least 3 months
- You can speak Mandarin or Taiwanese and express your opinions clearly
- Your hands and arms can move freely without tremors (no conditions like Parkinson's disease)
- You do not have serious heart disease, dementia, or a mental illness like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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