Therefore, it is important that all individuals at risk be screened. This model is used to determine an individual s readiness for change. In this study, the Stage of Change Model will be used to categorize people by behavioral change. There are several components to the Health belief model including perceived susceptibility of risk, perceived severity, perceived barriers, perceived benefits, cue to action and self-efficacy. Perceived susceptibility is one s perception of risk of disease.
Perceived barriers are the perceived negative consequences of adopting a behavior.
Perceived benefits are the perceived positive consequences of adopting a behavior. Cue to action refers to an internal or external prompt to adopt a behavior. In this study, the Health Belief Model will be used to compare attitudes of people in different stages of change. There are no eligibility requirements for participants except they must be age 65 or older. 4.0 Pretreatment Evaluation Participants will complete a baseline questionnaire at the beginning of the first class.