Arts for health and well-being

Participants worked with artists in group session, residential homes, independent living schemes and one to one sessions in their own homes.

Research shows that being involved in arts projects:-

• Enhances feelings of well-being
• Increases interest in other people
• Boosts confidence
• Improves social interaction
• Teaches new skills
• Re-ignites interest in old skills
• Helps reduce feelings of boredom, loneliness and depression

HeArtOfWellbeing

HeArtOfWellbeing.pdf