Use of programme literature/guidebook
learning disabilities
Respondents were queried about which sections of the WWE guidebook they continued using since the programme ended. There was some evidence from the post-programme interviews that participants used the programme literature.I use it [programme and guidebook] regularly. As I say, I keep track of the steps, and it’s all tucked into the guidebook, so the exercises, the repetitiveness of the walking, I am using that all the time, so it’s certainly helping me. It’s very helpful. I believe without it, I wouldn’t do it. So, it’s concentrating me. P29: Male, age 54 (Instructor-led)In total, 23% (Programme literature received mixed reviews from the participants and stakeholders. On balance, participants believed that it had useful information, and several indicated they had referred back to the guidebook from time-to-time after programme completion. However, some participants thought that the guidebook was too long, had too much detail and queried whether it could be reviewed and either reduced in length or have added signposting (e.g., section tabs).Well if you could condense it into what I call a booklet, not a novel, it is quite comprehensive, it covers everything, but do you need to cover everything or can you split it up into different areas that you could do it with? P21: Male, age 68 (Instructor-led)Regarding length, several participants mentioned concern for individuals with learning disabilities, lower literacy and/or cognitive issues. For example, one stated:
And another mentioned, regarding the guidebook,
Others suggested that the information could be reduced and provided in various formats, from a compact booklet that could be carried when walking, to an e-book or app, or audio-recordings.