Wellbeing through Creativity

Art4Space

07816386270

Wellbeing through Creativity

A project by Art4Space

Wellbeing through Creativity

Art4Space (A4S) runs a social prescribing programme in Lambeth in collaboration with local GP surgeries. The programme offers GP's the opportunity to refer patients struggling with mental health to participate in an A4S public mural project. Using art, creativity, and nature to support individuals' mental health and well-being. This is a vital cost-free alternative therapy service offered to those most in need in socially and economically deprived areas.

We are fundraising to support 15 individuals facing mental health difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, and isolation. Through our transformative 10-week social prescribing group project participants engage in creative activities, resulting in the creation of a public mosaic to be installed at one of our partner GP surgeries.

Our dedicated team of artists, with expertise in education, mental health, counselling, and teaching individuals with learning difficulties, delivers the programme. Taking a person-centred approach, we tailor the activities to each participant's interests, needs, and goals. Alongside participating in a public art project participants are involved in the process of co-creating, developing, delivering, and evaluating the projects as part of the community group. It fosters creative expression, community connection, and a sense of empowerment.

PROJECT AIMS

Support 15 individuals facing mental health difficulties access to alternative therapies for 15 individuals through the A4S social prescribing programme
Collaborate with local GP surgeries, community connectors, and social prescribing link workers to reach and assist 15 individuals in socially and economically deprived areas
Expand the social prescribing programme in Lambeth
Engage participants in the co-creation, development, delivery, and evaluation of a public art project
Tailor activities to each participant's interests, needs, and goals, taking a person-centred approach
Provide support and progression opportunities for 10 new referees and 5 individuals already engaged in the programme
Promote interdisciplinary collaboration for mental health, recognising the value of arts and creativity.

What your gift could provide

£260

Sponsor a space for an individual to participate for 10 weeks on this programme

£100

Sponsor the cost of one art workshop

£20

provide materials for an individual

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Volunteers needed

Our vibrant organisation is seeking volunteers who can help us in various crucial areas. Are you a fundraising guru, skilled in navigating the world of grants and donations? Or perhaps you have a knack for monitoring and evaluating projects? We're also looking for volunteers to assist with competitor analysis. If marketing and spreading the word about our incredible initiatives is your forte, we'd love to have you on board. And of course, if you have a passion for art, we need art assistants to bring our creative projects to life. Reach out to us: info@art4space.co.uk or apply via our website www.arrt4space.co.uk

Charity Information

Art4Space

Telephone: 07816386270

Address: Unit 1, 31 Jeffreys Road, London London SW4 6QU

Established in: 1999