Community arts and cultural resources may be part of the solution, mobilized in the face of tragedy to help survivors heal. While traditional mental health care is critical, it is also clear that, in times of crisis, people often seek out the arts and creative practices.
Read More“By using different art processes—drawing, painting and ceramics, for example—you can better understand and dive more deeply into your thoughts and feelings,”
Read MoreMaking art can be a fun and satisfying endeavor. But for people with cancer, it can also be a therapeutic tool of empowerment for getting through the rigors of medical treatment.
Read MoreResearch into art therapy has shown that creative activities can have significant therapeutic benefits for individuals coping with illness, particularly cancer.
Read More“This was the year of building, bridging, and believing. We were preparing the soil for the harvest we’d see in 2024,” said Karen Gordon, Director of Growing Augusta. “Thanks to the commitment of farmers, neighbors, artists, and advocates, we were able to hold space for connection, creation, and community healing.
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