Online Mindfulness for Later Life: a feasibility study of a Public Mental Health intervention to increase resilience for Older Adults
medRxiv April 5, 2026 Adele Pacini, Naoko Kishita, G.A. Hawkins et al.
A public health mindfulness program for older adults proved feasible and acceptable. Of 33 screened, 31 were recruited, exceeding the target; 28 (90%) completed at least four of six weekly online sessions, meeting predefined success criteria for uptake and engagement. The program, based on mindfulness-based stress reduction, involved two-hour sessions with 10–15 participants. The authors conclude that a full-scale trial to assess clinical and cost effectiveness, including long-term effects, is warranted.