North Shore

Moves for Mind and Mood is a unique mental and physical health program for people ages 60 and over. It offers seniors a gentle physical activity program using mindfulness practices. The Moves for Mind and Mood program meets (virtually on Zoom) once a week for 1.5 hours. The total program length is 8 weeks. Moves for Mind and Mood is suitable for people who meet the following criteria:

• Age 60 years or older
• Mild to moderate depression and/or anxiety and/or mild cognitive decline
• Do not have any physical conditions incompatible with mild physical activity, including but not limited to ischaemic heart disease, respiratory disease, limited mobility, orthostatic hypotension, sensory deficit
• Capable of managing basic computer functions

To participate in the Moves for Mind and Mood program, a referral from your family doctor or psychiatrist is required. With the referral, the Moves for Mind and Mood program is covered by MSP. Space is limited, and not all referrals can be accepted. There will be a waiting list, and people will be assessed for commitment and availability before being accepted.