A Physical Activity Intervention to Promote Cognitive Health, Cardiovascular Health and Sleep in Older Latinos

A Physical Activity Intervention to Promote Cognitive Health, Cardiovascular Health and Sleep in Older Latinos

This study is a randomized, single-blind, controlled trial that will test a multilevel intervention, Tiempo Juntos para la Salud, (Time Together for Health) designed to promote moderate-intensity physical activity; theoretically grounded mediators; and secondary outcomes of cardiovascular health, sleep and cognitive function. Participants will have 4 visits over a year long period. Data collection will occur at baseline, 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months among 216 Spanish language-dominant Latinos aged 55 and older with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) [Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score 23 to 26 for Latino populations].

Inclusion Criteria:

• Can provide informed consent
• 55+ years
• Self-identify as Hispanic/Latino
• Spanish as primary language
• Willing to attend intervention / education sessions
• Access to phone/cell
• less than 150 min of activity / week (sedentary)
• Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score (score ≥ 23 to 26 for Latino populations)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Cannot provide informed consent
• Mobility disability
• Musculoskeletal problem / co-morbidity (prevents moderate PA)