Improving Aging in Place in Subsidized Housing

"Two-month program intended to increase physical activity and function, including the following 4 steps:~1. Environmental and Policy Assessments: Nurse facilitator works with the affordable housing staff to identify and recommend feasible interventions to alter the environment, policy, and procedures to optimize resident function and physical activity.~2. Education: Nurse educates residents and study partners in the principles of the Independent Living Program, using established materials and adult learning techniques.~3. Establishing Resident Goals: The nurse completes Capability Assessment Forms and helps resident set goals to increase function and physical activity.~4. The nurse helps to motivate and mentor residents and study partners to achieve and maintain their goals, using evidence-based approaches."