INTERGENERATIONAL RURAL HEALTH PROGRAMMING THROUGH ACTIVE AGING FOR L.I.F.E. - Part S2 - Presentation guidance and tools

Sep 28, 2026

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Rural health education is advanced through an intergenerational Active Aging for L.I.F.E. program that targets positive health outcomes beyond later-life participation. The approach centers on Longevity, Independence, Fitness, and Engagement (L.I.F.E.) and aligns trained leader teams of older adults (50+) with college students. These leaders deliver four structured sessions to rural high school students, emphasizing interconnected personal and professional health opportunities. Mixed-method findings support community-based intergenerational active aging programming potential.

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CategoryHealthcare

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Active Aging for L.I.F.E. Overview

L.I.F.E. framework (Longevity, Independence, Fitness, Engagement)

Intergenerational leader training

Rural high school delivery model

Mixed-method evidence and outcomes

FAQs

What is the core goal of the Active Aging for L.I.F.E. program?

To promote positive rural health outcomes through an intergenerational education approach that reframes aging as a lifelong process. The program focuses on the L.I.F.E. interconnected health domains.

How are leaders trained and who delivers the program?

Leader teams of older adults (50+) and college-age students are trained in four L.I.F.E. modules. The trained leaders then take the program to rural high school students.

What does the rural implementation look like?

The program is delivered in four sessions that focus on interconnected personal and professional health and wellness opportunities for participants.

Sep 28, 2026

Uploaded by Callum