Using exhibits as a tool for introducing creativity, improving inclusion and reducing social isolation while having a positive effect on mental and physical health and wellbeing.

 

Learning new skills and finding out about other opportunities to move onto.

 

"...Get rid of all my anxieties, loose myself in what I am doing instead of everything going around in my head" (Participant)

Outcomes:

 

Participants went onto:

 

1. Community courses

2. Family Art Psychotherapy

3. Self-Employment

4. Voluntary work

5. Make art at home with family

members

6. Securing lasting and supportive

friendships

7. Group exhibitions

 

Retention at 80 - 87% Attendance at 78 - 88%

 

"This has brought me out. Never thought I could do anything. Helps me get up in the morning" (Particpant)

The Pilot 2010 and subsequent projects 2011 and 2012 at Oriel Ynys Môn Gallery:

 

Funders: Arts Council of Wales and Oriel Ynys Môn, Gwynedd County Council

Recommendations / Referrals from: G.P.'s, Carers Outreach, Cruise Bereavement, Job Centre Plus, CMHT's etc.

'Next Step Option' speakers: Local community colleges, University community courses, Art clubs,

Art Therapist, Age well clubs etc.

Contact me: sian@artb-at.com Copyright 2013 ©