Table 3.

Sample quotes from care partner about care partner.

Primary Domain	Sub-Domain	Quote
Physical Functioning	Physical Improvements	‘I was able to turn from stomach to back very easily - prior I could NOT do that and needed help.’ (Mary, Group A, week 5)
		‘Prior to that program and it’s exercises we both were out of shape physically. I myself could not stand from kneeling. Since completion, I can stand and can do so many things much easier.’ (Mary, Community Class, letter of support)
	Physical Problems	‘Because of my back condition, many of the movements were beyond me, others had an uncomfortable aftereffect.’ (Robert, Group B, final reflection)
Cognitive Functioning	Mindfulness	‘attention to temperature, touch, feel, emotions… calmer, peaceful.’ (Susan, week 1, daily practice log)
		‘…mindful standing from and sitting down into a chair and, for me especially, mindful walking. I am not afflicted as my wife is, but I still think of what I learned as contributing to my long-term health, both inside the home and in the street.’ (James, Community Class, letter of support)
	Difficulties due to Burden	‘Unable to get in mental state of thinking of exercises, commitment to this program.’ (Susan, Group A, week 4)
Social/Emotional	Reduced Stress, Increased Positive Emotion	‘I feel stress free during class.’ (Barbara, Group B, final reflection)
		‘PLIÉ is a valuable tool that, I think, has contributed to his sense of well-being, functionality and contentment in whatever dimension his mind is on a given day. And when he is safe and able to navigate the world around him at his own pace, I am also more at peace.’ (Linda, Group A, letter of support)
	Social Connection	‘Our group is so exceptional in how we became a community so easily and comfortable with each other.’ (Barbara, Group B, final reflection)
		One of the most positive things about the program was meeting other people who are in a similar situation. It also helps me feel more relaxed… we both look forward to keeping in touch with the class (John, Group B, letter of support)
		It was nice to mix it up today, sit next to new people, have new partners. A bit uncomfortable to be touching strangers (Susan, Group A, week 5)
	Frustration with Paired PLIÉ	‘I had trouble understanding where the classes in the study were heading, why we were doing what we were doing. Toward the end I saw how everything was coming together to help us move in a way to make daily living easier. I don’t know if I just didn’t get it until later, or if the ‘end’ goal could have been stated earlier on to help me understand why we were doing what we were doing. That knowledge might have reduced some frustration I was having.’ (Susan, Group A, feedback)
	Worry for Health of Person with Dementia	‘[Person with dementia]’s hip started hurting during the exercises but instructors had her sit down and she was still included in what everyone else was doing. That was nice.’ (Susan, Group A, week 6)