Describe the Issue or Situation

Bingocize® was created by Dr. Jason Crandall, Co-Director/Co-Founder at the WKU Center for Applied Science in Health & Aging. He created the socially engaging group-based game that combines health education and exercise in the format of BINGO. Dr. Crandall and his research team have tested the program and demonstrated that older adults who play two times a week for 10 weeks significantly reduce the fear of falling, increase levels of physical activity, and decrease feelings of social isolation. Because Bingocize® contributes to overall health and well-being and has a proven following in 49 states and multiple countries, FCS Extension renewed 25 county licenses for 2024-2026. Nine new agents were trained. Sixteen agents were recertified.    

Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable)

To help participants learn and use health information focused on behavior related to Nutrition, the FCS Agent in Knott County taught Bingocize® to 18 participants twice a week for 10 weeks. Of these participants, 11 completed a pre- and post-unit evaluation. 9 completed 80% of the sessions. 

Provide the Number and Description(s) of Participants/Target Audience

18 older adults participated in the program.

Provide a Statement of Outcomes or Program Impact. Please note that the outcomes statement must use evaluation data to describe the change(s) that occurred in individuals, groups, families, businesses, or in the community because of the program/outreach