Francesco Aiello, MD, and Sandra Aiello, CNP, have been UMass Memorial Health caregivers for more than a decade. With the vision and support of their children, John and Maeve, the Aiello family is giving back to the institution where their family has both given and received care. Every holiday season, the family makes a donation to the UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center for staff to put towards their area of greatest need. This has helped John and Maeve more deeply understand the importance of helping those in need and inspired their own fundraising activities in support of the hospital...

The benefits of mindfulness are well-documented. Research has shown that regular practice can reduce stress and anxiety, relieve depression, support mood regulation and improve quality of life. Mindfulness cultivates an awareness of the mind’s patterns, helping people pause before reacting and reduce suffering in daily life. 

Mindfulness also supports our physical health by enhancing our understanding of how we respond to sensations, thoughts and emotions. Mindfulness can help us alleviate pain, improve sleep and better manage chronic conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and asthma...

At the CFM, we help you explore mindfulness to improve your well-being and navigate life’s challenges. Our experienced instructors offer guidance and support so you can apply mindfulness practices to everyday life. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experience levels to join our online programs, courses and retreats. 

From the Origins of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to Today

The Center for Mindfulness is internationally recognized as a leader in mindfulness education and practice. Our story began in 1979, when Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD, established the Stress Reduction Clinic at UMass...

Looking for details about our programs at the Center for Mindfulness (CFM)? Here, you’ll find answers to common questions about tuition, insurance, program requirements and more. You can also find more details about mindfulness and the programs we offer.

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