Silver Agri Age: Enhancing Intrinsic Capacity and Cognitive Health in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment Using Montessori-Based Activities in Rural Agricultural Settings

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are exploring ways to improve the natural abilities of older adults with mild cognitive impairment by using innovative activities inspired by the Montessori approach in rural agricultural settings. The study focuses on involving these individuals and their families in a personalized therapeutic program that encourages cognitive and motor skill development through engaging experiences. Participants will take part in a nine-month program featuring social activities such as horticulture, pet therapy, occupational therapy, sensory labs, and physical exercise. These activities will be held three days a week, each lasting five hours, promoting continuous interaction across different generations and supporting a healthy lifestyle. Throughout the study, participants will be assessed for changes in their positive and negative emotions at the start and after nine months. Researchers will monitor cognitive and motor skills, lifestyle habits, and social engagement. The goal is to understand how these activities impact overall well-being and intrinsic capacity in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.

Silver Agri Age: Longevity, Intrinsic Capacity and Cognitive Impairment Into Farmlands and Natural Environments: Updating Contexts Following the "Montessori" Action