HS 3702 - AGING MIND | 2026 UPDATE | QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS | WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION
What percentage of older adults report performing 30+ minutes of vigorous
physical activity/day? Answer - <10%
How does physical activity affect cognitive decline? Answer - PA increases
neuroplasticity
What are barriers preventing OAs from participating in PA? Answer - - Physical
health problems/frailty
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Insufficient understanding
- Fear of injury/falling
- Environment
Programs: Physical Health Answer - - STEP (Simplified Tai Chi Exercise Program)
- Ageless Grace
- Exergaming
- Minds in Motion (community program by Alzheimer Society)
Physical Activity: Program - Minds in Motion Answer - PROS:
- Community-based program by Alzheimer Society:
,- For PWD and care partners
- Combines PA and social engagement
CONS:
- More funding required
Physical Activity: KMob Answer - - The Move and Thrive Handbook
- The Move & Learn App
What is Digital Assistive Technology? Answer - A range of specialized tech used
to support ADLs, and bridges gaps of capability in people with dementia
Programs: Digital Health Answer - - Dementia Clocks
- Serious Games
Digital Health: Program - Dementia Clock Answer - PROS:
- No wifi required
- Personal reminders in a familiar voice
CONS:
- Cost
What is Digital Health? Answer - Use of information tech to improve
healthcare services, outcomes, and overall wellbeing
What cognitive areas do eGames improve? Answer - - Attention, memory,
problem-solving
- Physical activity
, Digital Health: Program - Serious Games Answer - PROS:
- Low cost
- Respects user privacy
- Targets diverse population
CONS:
- Needs to be more challenging for cognitive reserve
Digital Health: KMob Answer - - Serious Games: user-friendly tablets
- Dementia Clock: Priority Assistive Products list, Policy Briefs
How is social isolation associated with dementia? Answer - Associated with
increased brain amyloid and tau proteins, and a 50% increased risk of dementia
What is social isolation? Answer - A state in which an individual lacks social
integration, support, and a sense of belonging within their community
Programs: Social Isolation Answer - - Denmark Co-Housing
- Seniors' Centre Without Walls
Social Isolation: Program - Seniors' Centre Without Walls Answer - PROS:
- Low-cost
- Inclusive approach, available across Canada
- Interactive phone-based activities
CONS:
- Technology can be a barrier
- Facilitator guidance may be needed
- No multilingual support
AND ANSWERS | WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION
What percentage of older adults report performing 30+ minutes of vigorous
physical activity/day? Answer - <10%
How does physical activity affect cognitive decline? Answer - PA increases
neuroplasticity
What are barriers preventing OAs from participating in PA? Answer - - Physical
health problems/frailty
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Insufficient understanding
- Fear of injury/falling
- Environment
Programs: Physical Health Answer - - STEP (Simplified Tai Chi Exercise Program)
- Ageless Grace
- Exergaming
- Minds in Motion (community program by Alzheimer Society)
Physical Activity: Program - Minds in Motion Answer - PROS:
- Community-based program by Alzheimer Society:
,- For PWD and care partners
- Combines PA and social engagement
CONS:
- More funding required
Physical Activity: KMob Answer - - The Move and Thrive Handbook
- The Move & Learn App
What is Digital Assistive Technology? Answer - A range of specialized tech used
to support ADLs, and bridges gaps of capability in people with dementia
Programs: Digital Health Answer - - Dementia Clocks
- Serious Games
Digital Health: Program - Dementia Clock Answer - PROS:
- No wifi required
- Personal reminders in a familiar voice
CONS:
- Cost
What is Digital Health? Answer - Use of information tech to improve
healthcare services, outcomes, and overall wellbeing
What cognitive areas do eGames improve? Answer - - Attention, memory,
problem-solving
- Physical activity
, Digital Health: Program - Serious Games Answer - PROS:
- Low cost
- Respects user privacy
- Targets diverse population
CONS:
- Needs to be more challenging for cognitive reserve
Digital Health: KMob Answer - - Serious Games: user-friendly tablets
- Dementia Clock: Priority Assistive Products list, Policy Briefs
How is social isolation associated with dementia? Answer - Associated with
increased brain amyloid and tau proteins, and a 50% increased risk of dementia
What is social isolation? Answer - A state in which an individual lacks social
integration, support, and a sense of belonging within their community
Programs: Social Isolation Answer - - Denmark Co-Housing
- Seniors' Centre Without Walls
Social Isolation: Program - Seniors' Centre Without Walls Answer - PROS:
- Low-cost
- Inclusive approach, available across Canada
- Interactive phone-based activities
CONS:
- Technology can be a barrier
- Facilitator guidance may be needed
- No multilingual support
