Adeje Launches "Suéltate el Cuerpo" for Disabled Youth Well-being

The Adeje municipality, through its Los Olivos Disability Care Center (CAD), has started a new project called "Suéltate el Cuerpo" (Let Your Body Go). This initiative highlights a modern approach to supporting people with disabilities, moving beyond just basic care. According to the Adeje City Council, the project focuses on body expression for young people with disabilities who regularly attend the center's programs, aiming to boost their personal growth and emotional well-being.

This program supports policies that encourage inclusion and personal independence. Sessions are held weekly on Wednesday afternoons, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Raquel Rodríguez Alonso, who leads the Department of Social Welfare and Social Cohesion, explained that the main aim of this project is to improve the overall well-being of those who use CAD Los Olivos. The program uses body work and professional support to encourage healthy habits, boost self-esteem, and help participants connect with others.

The project creates a safe space where participants can express themselves freely, explore how their bodies feel, release tension, and feel more connected to themselves. Activities include stretching, mindful movements, and exercises designed to ease daily stress, always within a supportive group environment. Sandra Ballestero, an expert in using body work for well-being, self-discovery, and personal growth, leads the "Suéltate el Cuerpo" project.

The sessions blend movement, music, discussion, and quiet reflection, promoting active listening, respecting individual paces, and encouraging self-care. Currently, about twelve users participate in the CAD Los Olivos project, and they have given positive feedback on the activities. The local council highlighted that these activities are designed to improve mobility, motor skills, and ultimately enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities.