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  • Gerontology
  • Neuroscience
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Dementia care often overlooks the role of physical activity.
  • Understanding the benefits and service provision for physical activity in dementia is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify how physical activity benefits people with dementia.
  • To assess current service provision for physical activity in dementia care.
  • To determine support needs for service providers.

Main Methods:

  • Scoping study combining literature review, service provision mapping via survey, and interviews with service providers.
  • Evidence review of 26 studies on physical activity and dementia.
  • Qualitative data collection from service providers on current practices and needs.

Main Results:

  • Literature suggests physical activity can improve cognition, mood, behavior, and physical condition in dementia.
  • Service providers focus on holistic well-being and enjoyment, with less emphasis on specific outcomes.
  • Service providers require more evidence-based resources to enhance dementia care services.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is needed to optimize physical activity interventions for dementia.
  • Future studies should address home/community-based delivery, carer impact, ADLs, and individual needs.
  • Holistic approaches and broader outcome measures, including mental health, are recommended.