Balance and Fitness Enhancement Program for Deaf Older Adults

This project is funded by the National Institutes of Health – National Institute of Aging (NIA) REAP grant (Grant #: R15AG087454) through March 2027. 

The goal of this project is to determine if exercise programs tailored specifically to deaf senior citizens who use ASL have positive impacts. Balance in Motion, an 8-week exercise classes are offered in Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026. 

Participant Information

Please visit here to find out more about this project and to participate in the study. 

Team Member Information

Are you a student at Gallaudet and want to take part in this project? 

• Undergraduate students: Please contact Dr. Carol Riddick.
• Graduate students: Please contact Dr. Chizuko Tamaki