Success StoryBingocize



Bingocize

Author: Whitney Morrow

Planning Unit: Carter County CES

Major Program: Aging-General

Plan of Work: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

Carter County residents of all ages need enhanced opportunities for physical and mental health. As baby boomers are entering retirement, the population ages 65 and over in Carter County are projected to increase.  In 2019 our senior population was 5,065 and in 2025 it is estimated to be 5,231 (KY By the Numbers, Carter County Data Profile). Older adults are also at greater risk of developing complications for Covid-19.  Not only are senior citizens at greater risk of illness and death from Covid-19, the pandemic has also affected seniors in many ways and taken a toll on the mental health of many. With an anticipated growing senior adult population and the identified need for more programs, Carter County Family and Consumer Sciences Advisory Council members suggested the implementation of Bingocize®. 

Bingocize® is an evidence-based health promotion program that strategically combines the game of bingo, health education, and/or exercise. Groups meet twice per week for eight weeks, for the Covid-19 unit with each 45–60-minute session consisting of exercises (range of motion, balance, muscle strengthening, and endurance exercises) and/or health education questions.  The Carter County Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences partnered with Christian Care Communities of Grayson to present the program at the Chapel House community room to both Chapel and Friendship House residents. 

In May-June 2023, 27 participants attended the Covid-19 unit. 100% of participants noted satisfaction with the quality of the program and indicated that they had gained additional knowledge related to the prevention of Covid-19 while learning exercises they could practice and implement at home. Nine participants attended most of the sessions, with 2 seniors having perfect attendance.  They all increased their amount of physical activity.  Some went from being sedentary to exercising 3-5 days a week!  They all reported an increase in energy, improvement in mental health, and a better understanding of the prevention of Covid-19. 

Since the completion of the program most participants have continued their exercises at home and continue to find ways to be active each day. 






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