A new approach to promote successful aging for Seniors using MBSR based activities In this program, seniors will discover fun and engaging activities to promote successful aging.
In this program, seniors will discover fun and engaging activities to promote successful aging. Seniors find these activities soothing as well as energizing. They can practice these activities at their own pace and comfort, individually or as a group!
As it is reported in Promoting Successful Cognitive Aging: A Ten-Year Update: “Mindfulness-based stress reduction program was helpful in lowering stress levels and promoting wellbeing. Meditation and mindfulness practices have also been shown to diminish release of excess cortisol and increase cerebral blood flow”
The first 4-week Program Objectives are based on Dr. Siegel and Dr. Altman's evidence-based successful approaches:
Week 1- Building the “Staircase of Mind” and climbing it safely
Week 2- Integrating Memory for Growth and Healing
Week 3- Integrating many parts of SELF
Week 4-Engaging with Self and Others
Each week residents will be engaged in self-exploratory as well as hands-on activities supporting their cognitive abilities.
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