The University of Kentucky’s Bingocize® Project brought the evidence-based Bingocize® program to skilled nursing facilities across Kentucky. Bingocize® combines the fun and social engagement of bingo with gentle exercise to improve physical fitness, mobility, and overall well-being among older adults. This evidence-based program is designed to reduce falls, increase social interaction, and support healthy aging by integrating movement into an enjoyable group activity. Through partnerships with skilled nursing facilities across Kentucky, the project made wellness both accessible and enjoyable for older adults, particularly in underserved rural areas.

Beyond the Bingocize® exercises, in this project we also partnered with universities and colleges across the state to bring in student volunteers to help deliver the program. This not only promoted intergenerational social engagement between residents and students, but provided important workforce development for student volunteers.