WHO Theme: Community Support And Health Services, Respect And Social Inclusion
Health & Wellbeing Theme: Physical Activity, Positive Mental And Emotional Health, Staying Connected, Your Body Your Health
Funding Stream: HSE
Resources Required: Financial, Paid Staff, Volunteer Staff, Access to internet
Cost: 0-500
Description
6 week online chair yoga programme for adults. Opportunity for older adults to stay connected to others, reduce feeling of social isolation, improve their physical health, improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Aim of Initiative
Who is it aimed at
Adults
Steps critical to success
- Access to internet
- Support from community health worker to access online group
- Ongoing support
Challenges in Planning / Delivery
- Online fatigue
- Maintaining interest
Outcomes / Benefits
- Improved mental health
- Improved wellbeing
- Decreased social isolation