Group Art-As-Therapy in Aged Care Program Person-centred programs offering each participant choice and independence with several different art making activities offered at each session.
Programs are designed around the client's needs and desired outcomes, customised to support personalexpression in a safe and relaxed therapeutic space.
Program attributes can potentially increase participants' wellbeing and self-confidence:
internal dialogue
outward communication and connection through engagement with others in the group setting.
art making guided by a qualified therapist incorporates meaningful elements of design & improvisation, independence & control
aesthetic pleasure
the value of a making activity
Individuals’ capabilities are catered for with different types of equipment, ways to engage and choice of activities.
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Individual Counselling with an empathetic, person-centred approach. Working in this sector for over ten years, supporting senior adults and their families in areas of transition, separation, guilt & grief & loss, palliative support and living with dementia
If you or your organisation would like counselling support or are considering art therapy for your residents email me at : [email protected] or click here to book an appointment so we can arrange to discuss your needs further.