Mindfulness in Nature: Promoting Health & Well-Being in Older Adults Through Nature-Based Interventions (NBIs)

Abstract

This capstone project focused on the development and implementation of an 8-week nature-based intervention (NBI) program to promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of older adults. The program incorporated mindfulness and nature-based activities to encourage meaningful engagement in occupations across multiple domains of health. Participant feedback and engagement data indicated positive experiences and interest in continued programming. Findings support the use of NBIs as a feasible and effective approach to promoting holistic health in community-based settings.Houston Arboretum & Nature CenterOccupational Therap