Mental health is the foundation of general well-being, and its promotion depends on daily care at the emotional, psychological, and social levels. These practices allow for the necessary balance for a person to feel whole and happy.
The actions included Yoga classes, cognitive stimulation sessions, and group dynamics, with the clear objective of ensuring the emotional, physical, and social well-being of the senior community. The “Celorico a Mexer” program deeply addresses these three dimensions.
The social aspect is manifested in group dynamics that promote participation and a sense of belonging; physical well-being is boosted by dynamic activities that encourage active and healthy aging; and emotional well-being translates into affective and close support. "It is, above all, a program that functions as a true family," assures the councilor for Social Action, José Sousa.
This Mental Health Week sought to reach all seniors participating in the Celorico a Mexer program, an initiative "stimulating at all levels with the aim of providing integral well-being and raising awareness about behaviors that promote mental health," states Natália Alves, coordinator of CLDS 5G Celorico+Social.
The Celorico a Mexer program proves to be one of the most dynamic initiatives in promoting active and healthy aging, being truly inclusive and fostering the full participation of the elderly in the community.
