Фонд лотереи выделил почти 20 тысяч фунтов на программу йоги для взрослых с проблемами психического здоровья

A yoga programme supporting adults with mental health challenges has secured nearly £20,000 in funding. Charity Valley Leisure has been awarded £19,976 from The National Lottery Community Fund’s Awards for All programme to continue delivering its Yoga for Wellbeing project in Andover. The funding will support the delivery of four free 12-week programmes over the next two years, supporting around 48 adults through its I Can Move More programme. Liz Murray, head of active ageing at Valley Leisure, said: "We are thrilled to have received this funding from The National Lottery Community Fund. "Mental health challenges affect so many people in our community, and we know that accessing the right support at the right time can make a significant difference. "This investment will allow us to continue providing a safe, supportive and inclusive space where people can improve their wellbeing, build confidence, connect with others and develop practical skills to manage their mental health." The Yoga for Wellbeing programme is designed for adults facing anxiety, depression, stress, grief and low mood. It also supports those who are socially isolated or at risk of a mental health crisis. Participants take part in therapeutic yoga, guided relaxation and group activities to help participants gain tools to manage their wellbeing, build confidence and establish positive routines. Sessions will be held in Andover and will be free to attend, helping to remove financial barriers to accessing support at a time when many people are affected by the rising cost of living. The funding will cover the costs of specialist therapeutic delivery, project coordination, venue hire, equipment, programme running costs and participant resources. This will ensure that attendees have access to a welcoming and inclusive environment to improve both their physical and mental wellbeing. Valley Leisure said it is grateful to National Lottery players for making the funding possible. The charity said the programme has already shown the positive impact that community-based physical activity and social connection can have on mental health. Participants have reported improvements in confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing, with some moving on to volunteering and greater community involvement.