Keimer Katharina M, Dreas Jessica A, Hassel Holger
Bremen Institute for Prevention Research and Social Medicine, Department of Prevention and Evaluation, University of Bremen, Linzer Strasse 10, Bremen, Germany.
J Prim Prev. 2011 Feb;32(1):53-63. doi: 10.1007/s10935-010-0221-9.
OptimaHl 60plus was a prevention study that included the participatory development and evaluation of an interdisciplinary counseling aid and aimed to improve the nutrition and physical activity behavior of people 60 years and older. The direct involvement of this vulnerable group in prevention programs might contribute to a reduction of inequities in health. This article describes the recruitment of the elderly, especially those with low socioeconomic or migration status, to the OptimaH1 60plus study. It presents successful strategies to reach and recruit the elderly. Community partner involvement, focus groups, translated intervention material, and involving the media all facilitated recruitment. The article gives recommendations for research, practice, and policy implications.
OptimaHl 60plus是一项预防研究,包括参与式开发和评估一种跨学科咨询辅助工具,旨在改善60岁及以上人群的营养和身体活动行为。这一弱势群体直接参与预防计划可能有助于减少健康方面的不平等。本文描述了将老年人,特别是社会经济地位较低或有移民身份的老年人招募到OptimaH1 60plus研究中的情况。它介绍了接触和招募老年人的成功策略。社区伙伴的参与、焦点小组、翻译后的干预材料以及媒体的参与都促进了招募工作。本文给出了研究、实践和政策方面的建议。