Long-Term Outcomes and Perceptions of Older Adults after the HOP-UP-PT Program

Abstract

Aim: Describe the 3- and 6-month outcomes and perceptions of older adults who participated in a HOP-UP-PT clinical trial. Methods: A questionnaire was administered to HOP-UP-PT participants to garner frequency of self-reported falls, healthcare utilization, perceptions of interventions, and fiscal considerations 3- and 6- months after program completion. Results: 76 total respondents, mean age 77 (SD = 7) years and 75% female. A fall was reported by 12% and 16%, additional therapy needs by 16% and 17%, and hospitalization by 3% and 6% at the 3- and 6-month encounters, respectively. Respondents agreed or strongly agreed to positive benefits of the HOP-UP-PT interventions as follows: exercise (71%, 69%), wearable activity monitor (59%, 59%), automated blood pressure monitor (78%, 87%), and improved nutrition (48%, 41%). Respondents were willing to contribute 10% of program cost and 93% supported insurers covering the cost gap. Conclusion: HOP-UP-PT participants had positive outcomes and perceptions in after program participation.