AMIS Project - Activities and Movement Together for Health
Country
Italy
2021-Ongoing
Aimed for
(65+) Elderly
Type of partnership
Public-Private Partnership
Sectors
Community, Physical Activity & Sports
Innovation
Social
Aim
To spread the culture of wellness and healthy lifestyles in the city of Milan by seizing the opportunity of the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and contributing to their long-term legacy.
Specifically among the older citizens of Milan, AMIS project aims at:
Encouraging healthy lifestyles to promote active aging and improve overall physical and mental well-being.
Creating opportunities for social interaction to mitigate loneliness and social isolation.
Raising awareness of the positive impact of active lifestyles and social participation on health and well-being.
Outcome
Outcome
Improved physical abilities, mental well-being, and lifestyle habits among older adults through regular participation in activities promoting active and healthy aging.
Increased social interaction and reduced feelings of loneliness and isolation among participants, thanks to community-based initiatives delivered in neighborhood centers.
Greater awareness of the benefits of active lifestyles and social participation, leading to sustained engagement from over 100 older adults in local programmes.