This website is under development, but don't go away:
In the meantime, to recieve further news, events and opportunities about arts and health work in Derbyshire, just email [email protected] with 'Arts and Health mailing list' in the subject heading and you'll get our monthly updates. Also, don't forget to sign up to our conference below, to find out more about this exciting and developing field!
Impact: Derbyshire Arts and Health Network Conference
Friday 4th May 2012, 9:30am to 4:30pm
DCAS, Spring Bank Road, Chesterfield, S40 1NL - added 2.3.12
Arts and Health is a field which is continuously growing: we are in a time of many challenges and also of great opportunity. Together, we can make an impact! Sign up to this free conference soon to guarantee your place.
During the conference we will hear about the changes to the health service, and discuss the challenges and opportunities this will present to the arts and health sector, as well as looking at how to further develop Derbyshire Arts and Health Network. We will also celebrate examples of good practice and the impact of this work, and there will be opportunities for delegates to try practical workshops to develop a more detailed understanding of arts and health work and to pick up techniques for working with vulnerable groups.
This event is suitable for artists and arts organisations, as well as health-sector workers who wish to find out more about arts and health work and its possibilities. If you or your organisation wish to provide a wall display about your work or recent projects, please contact us at [email protected]. To book into the conference, click here.
This is a free event with limited places - sign up soon to guarantee your place!
During the conference we will hear about the changes to the health service, and discuss the challenges and opportunities this will present to the arts and health sector, as well as looking at how to further develop Derbyshire Arts and Health Network. We will also celebrate examples of good practice and the impact of this work, and there will be opportunities for delegates to try practical workshops to develop a more detailed understanding of arts and health work and to pick up techniques for working with vulnerable groups.
This event is suitable for artists and arts organisations, as well as health-sector workers who wish to find out more about arts and health work and its possibilities. If you or your organisation wish to provide a wall display about your work or recent projects, please contact us at [email protected]. To book into the conference, click here.
This is a free event with limited places - sign up soon to guarantee your place!
Training Sessions for Creative Practitioners Supporting Emotional Wellbeing, 7th and 9th Feb - added 27.1.12
Emotional Coaching - 7th Feb 2012, Shipley Park Visitor Centre, Shipley, Derbyshire:
9.30am-12.30pm: Based on Active Listening principles to improve understanding of Self-esteem, Communication, Confidence, Resilience, Multiple Intelligences
1.30-4.30 pm: The question is NOT 'How Intelligent is that Child?’, rather 'In How Many Ways is that Child Intelligent?'. With one simple, but profound, shift in thinking we discover the true meaning of intelligence and how able ALL children are.
Baselining and Tracking Social & Emotional Competencies - 9th Feb 2012, Rufford Abbey, Nottinghamshire
9.30am-12.30pm: An introduction to tools for; Baselining and tracking ‘soft skills’ and attitudes for individuals and groups; Designing interventions for motivation, self-esteem, creativity and ‘self-leadership’ using strength based approaches; Empowering children’s self-assessment; 3 Steps so Successful Transitions
1.30-4.30pm: Children’s ability to manage change lies in their brain maturity. This workshop covers the 3 essential keys to supporting successful transition for everyone, particularly the most vulnerable.
Costs: £50 per half day, £90 per full day SAVE £10
For full descriptors, enquiries or to book, contact; Jo Stockdale, CLADAC Programme Co-ordinator; 07929312377/ [email protected]
9.30am-12.30pm: Based on Active Listening principles to improve understanding of Self-esteem, Communication, Confidence, Resilience, Multiple Intelligences
1.30-4.30 pm: The question is NOT 'How Intelligent is that Child?’, rather 'In How Many Ways is that Child Intelligent?'. With one simple, but profound, shift in thinking we discover the true meaning of intelligence and how able ALL children are.
Baselining and Tracking Social & Emotional Competencies - 9th Feb 2012, Rufford Abbey, Nottinghamshire
9.30am-12.30pm: An introduction to tools for; Baselining and tracking ‘soft skills’ and attitudes for individuals and groups; Designing interventions for motivation, self-esteem, creativity and ‘self-leadership’ using strength based approaches; Empowering children’s self-assessment; 3 Steps so Successful Transitions
1.30-4.30pm: Children’s ability to manage change lies in their brain maturity. This workshop covers the 3 essential keys to supporting successful transition for everyone, particularly the most vulnerable.
Costs: £50 per half day, £90 per full day SAVE £10
For full descriptors, enquiries or to book, contact; Jo Stockdale, CLADAC Programme Co-ordinator; 07929312377/ [email protected]
The importance of grassroots community arts groups: a scoping study - added 27.1.12
This scoping study highlights the significant and positive contribution that grassroots arts activities make to the development of Civil Society, and identifies a range of different impacts and outcomes of amateur arts groups.
For individuals, participation in arts based activities ‘for their own sake’ could promote their mental health and wellbeing. Some involved, particularly young people, made the transition from amateur arts to paid employment in the creative industries. Improvements in educational attainment and functioning in the work-place were also reported as positive outcomes in some of the literature. Participation in arts groups also helps create social networks, promote social cohesion and empower communities. Claims were made about the economic role such activities play, through the hire of village halls, the management of local assets, equipment hire or the employment of professional artists in, for example, preparing for performances. However in this, and other areas, there was a lack of empirical evidence exploring or quantifying the exact nature of impact.
This study has been carried out in partnership with the Universities of Exeter and Glamorgan as well as Voluntary Arts, and with financial support from the Arts and Humanities Research Council’s Connected Communities programme. It assesses lessons from the academic and grey literature across the arts, social sciences and voluntary sector. See an accompanying article from the Guardian for further information.
For individuals, participation in arts based activities ‘for their own sake’ could promote their mental health and wellbeing. Some involved, particularly young people, made the transition from amateur arts to paid employment in the creative industries. Improvements in educational attainment and functioning in the work-place were also reported as positive outcomes in some of the literature. Participation in arts groups also helps create social networks, promote social cohesion and empower communities. Claims were made about the economic role such activities play, through the hire of village halls, the management of local assets, equipment hire or the employment of professional artists in, for example, preparing for performances. However in this, and other areas, there was a lack of empirical evidence exploring or quantifying the exact nature of impact.
This study has been carried out in partnership with the Universities of Exeter and Glamorgan as well as Voluntary Arts, and with financial support from the Arts and Humanities Research Council’s Connected Communities programme. It assesses lessons from the academic and grey literature across the arts, social sciences and voluntary sector. See an accompanying article from the Guardian for further information.
Mental Capital and Wellbeing: Making the most of ourselves in the 21st Century - added 27.1.12
A very interesting report from 2008 - to quote from the foreword:
'The UK is a small country in a rapidly changing world. Major challenges such as globalisation, the ageing population, the changing nature of work, and changing societal structures are already having profound influences on society and on our place internationally. So, if we are to prosper and flourish in this evolving environment, then
it is vital that we make the most of all our resources – and this is as true for our mental resources as material resources. The present Project was therefore conceived to provide a vision of how that can be achieved.
The Project’s scope is possibly unparalleled. It has taken an independent look at the best available scientific and other evidence and has considered the factors that influence an individual’s mental development and wellbeing from conception until death. It has assessed how these are affected by: the policies of key Government
departments; by important stakeholders such as educators, healthcare professionals and employers; and by the diverse environments in which we live – families, communities and our physical surroundings. It has also analysed possible interventions to address the future challenges, drawing upon considerations such as scientific efficacy,
economics, governance and ethics.'
'The UK is a small country in a rapidly changing world. Major challenges such as globalisation, the ageing population, the changing nature of work, and changing societal structures are already having profound influences on society and on our place internationally. So, if we are to prosper and flourish in this evolving environment, then
it is vital that we make the most of all our resources – and this is as true for our mental resources as material resources. The present Project was therefore conceived to provide a vision of how that can be achieved.
The Project’s scope is possibly unparalleled. It has taken an independent look at the best available scientific and other evidence and has considered the factors that influence an individual’s mental development and wellbeing from conception until death. It has assessed how these are affected by: the policies of key Government
departments; by important stakeholders such as educators, healthcare professionals and employers; and by the diverse environments in which we live – families, communities and our physical surroundings. It has also analysed possible interventions to address the future challenges, drawing upon considerations such as scientific efficacy,
economics, governance and ethics.'
Report of the Review of Arts and Health Working Group - added 27.1.12
The report (dated 2007) sets out the findings and recommendations of the Review of Arts and Health Working Group, which was set up by Harry Cayton, the National Director for Patient and the Public, to support him in advising the Department of Health on its role in relation to arts and health.
Outside In: 2012 - National Open Art Competition Call for Entries - added 18.10.11
Are you an artist who finds it difficult to access the art world, whether due to health, disability or social circumstance? Submit your work for the national open art competition and create a gallery on the Outside In website. Submit your work online for free from 22 July 2011 to 20 July 2012. Selected works will be shown at Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, West Sussex from 27th October 2012 to 3rd February 2013.
Outside In was set up by Pallant House Gallery to provide a platform for artists who find it difficult to access the art world, whether due to disability, health, social circumstance or art process. Its goal is to create a level playing field where access is possible for all who create. Outside In offers opportunities to display your work, online and in exhibitions; the chance to take part in the 2012 national open and regional art competitions; information, advice and support to develop as an artist; training and professional development opportunities; a community of like-minded artists.
Get involved!
Visit www.outsidein.org.uk and www.pallant.org.uk
Email [email protected]
Call 07735 568531 or 01243 770835
Write to Outside In, Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1TJ
Supported by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation and Arts Council England.
Outside In was set up by Pallant House Gallery to provide a platform for artists who find it difficult to access the art world, whether due to disability, health, social circumstance or art process. Its goal is to create a level playing field where access is possible for all who create. Outside In offers opportunities to display your work, online and in exhibitions; the chance to take part in the 2012 national open and regional art competitions; information, advice and support to develop as an artist; training and professional development opportunities; a community of like-minded artists.
Get involved!
Visit www.outsidein.org.uk and www.pallant.org.uk
Email [email protected]
Call 07735 568531 or 01243 770835
Write to Outside In, Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1TJ
Supported by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation and Arts Council England.
Let's Work to new Horizons in Dementia Care
FREE seminar, Friday 20th April 2012, Darley Dale;
Expressions of interest by end 2011 - added 6.12.11
First Taste is delighted to give early notification of its Let's Work to new Horizons in Dementia Care conference/ seminar on Friday 20 April, 2012 from 9.30 a.m. to 4.15 p.m. at the Joseph Whitworth Centre, Darley Dale, Nr. Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2EQ. Anyone interested in attending this event should give an expression of interest by emailing Iris Wagstaffe at [email protected] by 31st December, 2011.
First Taste Patron, Baroness Estelle Morris, will be giving the Opening Address and will be launching First Taste's two important new multimedia resources for use within dementia care. Five different workshops for those involved in or concerned with the care of older people with dementia will be offered from which delegates will be offered a choice of two. A specialist speaker will open the afternoon session and following the afternoon's workshops there will be an open Question Time for everyone to share experiences and views.
This free event will be by invitation only as there will be limited places available. A charge will be levied on those booking a place who do not attend the Conference to cover hospitality and administrative costs. Further information and booking forms will be sent out early in 2012 to those expressing an interest.
First Taste Patron, Baroness Estelle Morris, will be giving the Opening Address and will be launching First Taste's two important new multimedia resources for use within dementia care. Five different workshops for those involved in or concerned with the care of older people with dementia will be offered from which delegates will be offered a choice of two. A specialist speaker will open the afternoon session and following the afternoon's workshops there will be an open Question Time for everyone to share experiences and views.
This free event will be by invitation only as there will be limited places available. A charge will be levied on those booking a place who do not attend the Conference to cover hospitality and administrative costs. Further information and booking forms will be sent out early in 2012 to those expressing an interest.
Derby City Council is updating its Adult Social Care Service Directory - added 6.12.11
Derby City Council is updating its Adult Social Care Service Directory. The purpose of the Directory is to enable Adult Social Care customers, carers, families and staff in Derby to have easy access to truly personalised support. If you wish to be listed as providing support, please complete the form at www.derby.gov.uk/servicedirectory.
NEW Arts Toolkit for Activity Co-ordinators and Care Staff
- added 18.10.11
Produced in consultation with the North East Derbyshire Older People’s Arts Forum, this toolkit is a user-friendly 'how to' guide for staff and Activity Co-ordinators in care settings wishing to plan and deliver arts projects. It includes information useful for staff or volunteers, whether experienced or new, including funding advice, how to find experienced musicians and artists in Derbyshire, how to recruit and contract artists, publicity and evaluation advice, and useful contacts and links to other informative websites and resources.
The Toolkit was produced as part of the ‘Music in Care Homes’ project which took place in 2010 and 2011. The project included professional musicians working within four care homes and one school, and an ‘Audit
of music and arts activities in care settings in North-East Derbyshire’. Also, the Older People’s Arts Forum was initiated: a forum for organisations or groups working with older people to promote and develop the use of arts.
For more information about the Toolkit or the Older People’s Arts Forum contact Roma Gee (Older People’s Arts Forum Co-ordinator), email: [email protected]
The ‘Music in Care Homes’ project was an artistic partnership between North East Derbyshire District Council (NEDDC) Arts Development and Live Music Now!, funded by the District Council, Derbyshire PCT and an ACE Grants for the Arts award.
The Toolkit was produced as part of the ‘Music in Care Homes’ project which took place in 2010 and 2011. The project included professional musicians working within four care homes and one school, and an ‘Audit
of music and arts activities in care settings in North-East Derbyshire’. Also, the Older People’s Arts Forum was initiated: a forum for organisations or groups working with older people to promote and develop the use of arts.
For more information about the Toolkit or the Older People’s Arts Forum contact Roma Gee (Older People’s Arts Forum Co-ordinator), email: [email protected]
The ‘Music in Care Homes’ project was an artistic partnership between North East Derbyshire District Council (NEDDC) Arts Development and Live Music Now!, funded by the District Council, Derbyshire PCT and an ACE Grants for the Arts award.
Using the Arts to Improve Older People's Wellbeing
FREE Training Programme for Erewash, begins 21st November - added 18.10.11
21st Nov, 5th, 12th & 19th Dec and 23rd & 30th Jan, 2-4pm
Bramble Lodge Nursing Home, High Lane West, West Hallam
‘Arts at the HeART of Wellbeing’ is a project which works with socially isolated older people in Erewash, Derbyshire, by bringing professional artists into their own homes. This enables older people who are housebound, in residential & supported accommodation or accessing dementia services to access creative & arts activity as a means to improve their wellbeing & social interaction within their own homes, and has resulted in previous participants establishing their own independent arts groups.
An initial training programme ran in autumn 2010 provided a range of care professionals with new skills to deliver arts activities within their settings. Participants reported that as a result they felt equipped and able to facilitate arts activity within their own settings. We have consequently received PCT funding for a third training programme: this unique and FREE opportunity is available to all older people’s support staff that are working or volunteering within older people’s care, social or housing settings within Erewash.
The programme will be ran by Karen Herrick, a professional artist who has worked on Arts at the HeART since 2008. The course will teach techniques that can be used with older people, taking into account barriers such as visual impairment, arthritis and in particular, dementia.
NO PREVIOUS ARTS EXPERIENCE OR SKILLS ARE REQUIRED
Participants are required to be available for at least four of the six sessions
Places are FREE but saved on a First Come First Serve basis so book your place now!
Contact; Jo Stockdale, Arts Development Officer, Erewash Borough Council
0845 9072244 ext. 4326 or email [email protected]
Bramble Lodge Nursing Home, High Lane West, West Hallam
‘Arts at the HeART of Wellbeing’ is a project which works with socially isolated older people in Erewash, Derbyshire, by bringing professional artists into their own homes. This enables older people who are housebound, in residential & supported accommodation or accessing dementia services to access creative & arts activity as a means to improve their wellbeing & social interaction within their own homes, and has resulted in previous participants establishing their own independent arts groups.
An initial training programme ran in autumn 2010 provided a range of care professionals with new skills to deliver arts activities within their settings. Participants reported that as a result they felt equipped and able to facilitate arts activity within their own settings. We have consequently received PCT funding for a third training programme: this unique and FREE opportunity is available to all older people’s support staff that are working or volunteering within older people’s care, social or housing settings within Erewash.
The programme will be ran by Karen Herrick, a professional artist who has worked on Arts at the HeART since 2008. The course will teach techniques that can be used with older people, taking into account barriers such as visual impairment, arthritis and in particular, dementia.
NO PREVIOUS ARTS EXPERIENCE OR SKILLS ARE REQUIRED
Participants are required to be available for at least four of the six sessions
Places are FREE but saved on a First Come First Serve basis so book your place now!
Contact; Jo Stockdale, Arts Development Officer, Erewash Borough Council
0845 9072244 ext. 4326 or email [email protected]
Touching the Soul: An Exhibition of the Arts
October 7th, 8th & 9th 2011, Jessop West Exhibition Space, Sheffield - added 4.10.11
This is an arts exhibition being staged at the Jessop West exhibition space to mark World Mental Health Day. All exhibits are produced by users of mental health services in Sheffield, and will include visual and 3d art, as well as film, poetry and music. The event is organised by the Creative Arts Steering Team of the Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust, with assistance from the Storying Sheffield project.
The exhibition is open to the public and admission is free. More details here: http://www.storyingsheffield.com/wmhd11
The exhibition is open to the public and admission is free. More details here: http://www.storyingsheffield.com/wmhd11
Words and Wellbeing, with Derbyshire poet Cathy Grindrod and Book Doctor Priscilla Baily: October 10th 2011, Tibshelf - added 4.10.11
Share your favourite books and poems, pick up a poetry scroll, or help us write a new poem! You can also find out more about our Wellbeing Reading & Writing project. Meet Derbyshire poet Cathy Grindrod and Book Doctor Priscilla Baily on the Mobile Library, Tibshelf Village Hall, on Monday 10th October 2011 10.30am to 12.30pm.
In celebration of World Mental Health Awareness Day and National Poetry Day, and supported by Derbyshire COunty Council Cultural and Community Services.
In celebration of World Mental Health Awareness Day and National Poetry Day, and supported by Derbyshire COunty Council Cultural and Community Services.
Waking Voices: Writing Coma and Brain Injury
October 17th, 6pm; Jessop West Exhibition Space, Sheffield - added 4.10.11
This event will launch 'Head-Lines' - an anthology of creative writing produced by members of The Write Way, a Sheffield-based writing group whose members have experienced coma, brain injury, or both. Head-Lines is an eclectic mix of poetry and prose exploring a vast array of post-coma experiences and ways of coping with brain injury. At this official launch event, some of the writers will perform live readings and discuss their work and experiences.
The event will take place on Monday October 17th (18.00-19.30) in the Jessop West Exhibition Space, 1 Upper Hanover Street, Sheffield S3 7RA. It is organised by Matt Colbeck, a researcher in the School of English whose work takes an interdisciplinary approach to the representation of trauma and illness in literature. Matt works particularly closely with writers who themselves suffer from cognitive disabilities. The event is free and forms part of the Off the Shelf Festival of Writing and Reading. More details can be found here: http://www.storyingsheffield.com/colbeck
The event will take place on Monday October 17th (18.00-19.30) in the Jessop West Exhibition Space, 1 Upper Hanover Street, Sheffield S3 7RA. It is organised by Matt Colbeck, a researcher in the School of English whose work takes an interdisciplinary approach to the representation of trauma and illness in literature. Matt works particularly closely with writers who themselves suffer from cognitive disabilities. The event is free and forms part of the Off the Shelf Festival of Writing and Reading. More details can be found here: http://www.storyingsheffield.com/colbeck
Mind Book of the Year winners announced - added 20.9.11
The winner of this year’s Mind Book of the Year is performance artist Bobby Baker for her illustrated book 'Diary Drawings: Mental Illness and Me'. Runner up was the highly rated novel by Emma Henderson 'Grace Williams Says it Out Loud. Now celebrating its 30th year, this well-established literary prize celebrates writing that heightens understanding of mental health issues in all their forms.
· 'Diary Drawings:Mental Illness and Me' by Bobby Baker
· 'Grace Williams Says it Out Loud' by Emma Henderson
· 'The Woman who Thought Too Much' by Joanne Limburg
· 'The Gossamer Thread: My Life as a Psychotherapist' by John Marzillier
· 'What to Look for in Winter: A Memoir in Blindness' by Candia McWilliam
· 'Teach us to Sit Still: A Sceptic’s Search for Health and Healing' by Tim Parks
· 'Broken Places' by Wendy Perriam
Full details on this year’s prize here : http://www.mind.org.uk/mindawards/book_of_the_year
With news of the winner on Guardian website: http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2011/sep/12/bobby-baker-mind-book-of-the-year
· 'Diary Drawings:Mental Illness and Me' by Bobby Baker
· 'Grace Williams Says it Out Loud' by Emma Henderson
· 'The Woman who Thought Too Much' by Joanne Limburg
· 'The Gossamer Thread: My Life as a Psychotherapist' by John Marzillier
· 'What to Look for in Winter: A Memoir in Blindness' by Candia McWilliam
· 'Teach us to Sit Still: A Sceptic’s Search for Health and Healing' by Tim Parks
· 'Broken Places' by Wendy Perriam
Full details on this year’s prize here : http://www.mind.org.uk/mindawards/book_of_the_year
With news of the winner on Guardian website: http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2011/sep/12/bobby-baker-mind-book-of-the-year
Culture, Health & Wellbeing Conference
- 7th November 2011, Coalville - added 20.9.11
I would like to invite you to save Monday 7 November in your diaries. Leicestershire County Council is holding a Culture, Health & Wellbeing conference from 10am-3.30pm at Snibston Discovery Park, Coalville. The conference will look at how cultural activities can benefit health & wellbeing and is aimed at people delivering cultural activities (practitioners as well local government officers) and health professionals. This will be a perfect opportunity to gain some CPD credits. If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Lucia Masundire:
[email protected]
0116 305 4119
www.creativeleicestershire.org.uk
[email protected]
0116 305 4119
www.creativeleicestershire.org.uk
Freedom in Dance – Leading Dance with Older People
- OCN accredited course with Lincolnshire Dance - added 20.9.11
This inspiring course is designed for individuals who want to bring dance into the lives of older people. A perfect opportunity to broaden your skills, meet new people and have lots of fun.
Lincolnshire Dance is fully embracing their chance to support and inspire individuals and we understand that you may already teach or work with people over fifty but it is always good to develop your skills in this ever changing business. This stimulating part-time course provides practical knowledge and skills required to promote safe, appropriate and enjoyable dance activities. All of this will be developed through motivating practical sessions led by leading dance artists within this field of work, alongside enriching theoretical sessions. With LD’s extensive knowledge and an abundance of experience in dance you will be supported, encouraged and most of all have fun while learning. By the end of the course, participants will flourish in confidence and have gained a recognised National Qualification.
Dates of the course are 10 and 11 November; 8 and 9 December;19 and 20 January;23 and 24 February; 15 and 16 March;19 and 20 April; 17 and 18 May. The cost of the training course inclusive of all tuition and tutorials visits is a great value of £850. (An individual payment plan is available).
Contact Lisa Hurst on 01522 811811 or email [email protected] for more information.
Lincolnshire Dance is fully embracing their chance to support and inspire individuals and we understand that you may already teach or work with people over fifty but it is always good to develop your skills in this ever changing business. This stimulating part-time course provides practical knowledge and skills required to promote safe, appropriate and enjoyable dance activities. All of this will be developed through motivating practical sessions led by leading dance artists within this field of work, alongside enriching theoretical sessions. With LD’s extensive knowledge and an abundance of experience in dance you will be supported, encouraged and most of all have fun while learning. By the end of the course, participants will flourish in confidence and have gained a recognised National Qualification.
Dates of the course are 10 and 11 November; 8 and 9 December;19 and 20 January;23 and 24 February; 15 and 16 March;19 and 20 April; 17 and 18 May. The cost of the training course inclusive of all tuition and tutorials visits is a great value of £850. (An individual payment plan is available).
Contact Lisa Hurst on 01522 811811 or email [email protected] for more information.
Open University Promoting Public Health Module - last chance for a fully funded place - added 20.9.11
Staff in the NHS, local authorities and the voluntary/community sectors in Derbyshire/Derby City are invited to apply to study this third level undergraduate course which starts in February 2012. The course has been running in Derbyshire since 1999 and over 200 students have taken and passed it. It is expected that 2012 will be the last year for which 100% sponsorship will be offered as the fee will increase from £770 in 2012 to £2,500 in 2013 as a result of Government changes to higher education funding. Application will be via the orientation seminar as described below.
OPEN UNIVERSITY PROMOTING PUBLIC HEALTH MODULE ORIENTATION SEMINAR
FRIDAY 21st OCTOBER 2011 12.00 – 2.00PM
Venue: ENGINE ROOM, TAPTON HOUSE, BRIMINGTON ROAD, CHESTERFIELD, S41 0TD.
Lunch will be provided.
The aim of this seminar is to improve the recruitment and selection process for K311 by enabling prospective students to:
Meet the module tutor, learn more about the module and have their questions answered
Have an opportunity to view the module materials
Observe a demonstration of the IT skills necessary to take the module
Hear from and ask questions of K311 students who have just completed the module
Derbyshire County PCT has agreed to fund 20 places for this module in 2012, at a cost of £770 per student. To ensure that applicants fully understand the commitment that this module requires, attendance at this seminar is mandatory. If applicants cannot attend they will be asked to write 500 words on how they intend to use their learning from the module to improve public health, to be submitted with their application form. For a flyer, reply slip and application form please contact Julie Hirst as soon as possible. Reply slips must be returned by Friday 14th October.
Julie Hirst, Public Health Specialist, Derbyshire County PCT
Tel. 01629-817931 Email [email protected]
OPEN UNIVERSITY PROMOTING PUBLIC HEALTH MODULE ORIENTATION SEMINAR
FRIDAY 21st OCTOBER 2011 12.00 – 2.00PM
Venue: ENGINE ROOM, TAPTON HOUSE, BRIMINGTON ROAD, CHESTERFIELD, S41 0TD.
Lunch will be provided.
The aim of this seminar is to improve the recruitment and selection process for K311 by enabling prospective students to:
Meet the module tutor, learn more about the module and have their questions answered
Have an opportunity to view the module materials
Observe a demonstration of the IT skills necessary to take the module
Hear from and ask questions of K311 students who have just completed the module
Derbyshire County PCT has agreed to fund 20 places for this module in 2012, at a cost of £770 per student. To ensure that applicants fully understand the commitment that this module requires, attendance at this seminar is mandatory. If applicants cannot attend they will be asked to write 500 words on how they intend to use their learning from the module to improve public health, to be submitted with their application form. For a flyer, reply slip and application form please contact Julie Hirst as soon as possible. Reply slips must be returned by Friday 14th October.
Julie Hirst, Public Health Specialist, Derbyshire County PCT
Tel. 01629-817931 Email [email protected]
'Feeling confident delivering a reminiscence session & generating ideas for activities with museum objects'
- 24th November, Nottingham - added 20.9.11
Access Artefacts, Nottingham City Museums and Galleries loans service, is now offering an exciting new training opportunity suitable for health and social care professionals, care workers, community group leaders or any one wanting to use objects in their work. The day will develop skills in using, handling and interpreting objects, alongside tips on people management and how to run successful reminiscence sessions in your setting.
Our next training day is Thursday 24th November 2011, 10am – 4pm. Places cost just £80 including lunch; plus, your first loan of one of our resources will be half price.
For more information contact [email protected] and to book please call (0115) 8762193.
For more information on our loans resources look at our web site www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/museums
Our next training day is Thursday 24th November 2011, 10am – 4pm. Places cost just £80 including lunch; plus, your first loan of one of our resources will be half price.
For more information contact [email protected] and to book please call (0115) 8762193.
For more information on our loans resources look at our web site www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/museums
Funded access to Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Exercise to Music to Older Adults and People with Disabilities - added 20.9.11
Newcastle Under Lyme College are currently able to offer funded access to a number of qualifications, including Level 2 Award in Leading Health Related Activity Sessions and Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Exercise to Music to Older Adults and People with Disabilities. The Level 2 courses last for approximately 30 (min) - 35 (max) weeks dependant upon the student’s progress.
If you feel this is something you would like to access then please contact Carl Ziemann, Sports Apprenticeship Officer and he will be able to meet you to discuss a suitable proposal:
Carl Ziemann, Sports Apprenticeship Officer, Newcastle Under Lyme College
Contact Mob: 07985799985 E-Mail: [email protected]
If you feel this is something you would like to access then please contact Carl Ziemann, Sports Apprenticeship Officer and he will be able to meet you to discuss a suitable proposal:
Carl Ziemann, Sports Apprenticeship Officer, Newcastle Under Lyme College
Contact Mob: 07985799985 E-Mail: [email protected]
The all improved Art Spider website
- artspider.org.uk - mencap's comprehensive arts website - added 20.9.11
Come and check out the all new features on the artspider website!
Art Spider has recently been busy working away to fix a couple of bugs, make navigation easier and brighten the look of the website. We are also very excited about the new like and comment boxes on our Gallery and News sections. Why not stop by and let us know what you think!
Don’t forget Art Spider is social and you can follow us on twitter @art_spider and like us on facebook
Art Spider is also always on the scout for learning disabled artists who want to showcase their talents to the world from our Galleries.So if you know of a learning disabled artist, whether visual artist, musician, actor or film-maker who has something that is just waiting to be broadcast then we want to hear from them! And if you think you have something that might be of interest, whether it's news or an event, feel free to drop us a line at [email protected]
Art Spider has recently been busy working away to fix a couple of bugs, make navigation easier and brighten the look of the website. We are also very excited about the new like and comment boxes on our Gallery and News sections. Why not stop by and let us know what you think!
Don’t forget Art Spider is social and you can follow us on twitter @art_spider and like us on facebook
Art Spider is also always on the scout for learning disabled artists who want to showcase their talents to the world from our Galleries.So if you know of a learning disabled artist, whether visual artist, musician, actor or film-maker who has something that is just waiting to be broadcast then we want to hear from them! And if you think you have something that might be of interest, whether it's news or an event, feel free to drop us a line at [email protected]
Arts Participation Training: July and August, Wales - added 12.7.11
Arts Participation Training is a new initiative offering training to the Care Sector: support Workers, Nurses/Key workers, Care Managers, and Senior Managers of Social Services and Residential Care.
This experiential training aims to help develop a deeper understanding of Arts Participation and the role it plays in improving skills, interaction and social engagement helping to fulfil the potential of the client. As Professional Development for staff - the training looks at reflective practice and best practice in the promotion of choice, activity and positive motivation. Adding value through increased confidence in staff to make use of the existing
community arts resources, understanding the benefits to mental and physical wellbeing. Arts Participation Training is generic to many fields of community care. It is directed towards people providing care and support who are in a position to advocate and promote participatory arts for their clients.
4 training dates coming up include:
• Friday 22nd July 2011 - Course for Support Workers: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: £55.00* (price includes lunch) Venue: Penpont, Nr Brecon
• Wed 17th Aug 2011 - Course for Managers: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: £85.00* (price includes lunch) Venue: Penpont, Nr Brecon
• Friday 19th Aug 2011 - Course for Support Workers: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: £55.00* (price includes lunch) Venue: National Botanic Garden Of Wales
• Friday 26th Aug 2011 - Course for Managers: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: £85.00* (price includes lunch) Venue: National Botanic Garden of Wales
For more information, contact:
Arts Participation Training, Pant Rhedyn, Cynghordy, Llandovery, Carmarthenshire SA20 0LP Tel: 01550 750 244 e: [email protected]
This experiential training aims to help develop a deeper understanding of Arts Participation and the role it plays in improving skills, interaction and social engagement helping to fulfil the potential of the client. As Professional Development for staff - the training looks at reflective practice and best practice in the promotion of choice, activity and positive motivation. Adding value through increased confidence in staff to make use of the existing
community arts resources, understanding the benefits to mental and physical wellbeing. Arts Participation Training is generic to many fields of community care. It is directed towards people providing care and support who are in a position to advocate and promote participatory arts for their clients.
4 training dates coming up include:
• Friday 22nd July 2011 - Course for Support Workers: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: £55.00* (price includes lunch) Venue: Penpont, Nr Brecon
• Wed 17th Aug 2011 - Course for Managers: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: £85.00* (price includes lunch) Venue: Penpont, Nr Brecon
• Friday 19th Aug 2011 - Course for Support Workers: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: £55.00* (price includes lunch) Venue: National Botanic Garden Of Wales
• Friday 26th Aug 2011 - Course for Managers: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: £85.00* (price includes lunch) Venue: National Botanic Garden of Wales
For more information, contact:
Arts Participation Training, Pant Rhedyn, Cynghordy, Llandovery, Carmarthenshire SA20 0LP Tel: 01550 750 244 e: [email protected]
New arts in health professional development opportunity: short course modules at UWE beginning September 2011 - added 12.7.11
Are you an artist, musician, performer, creative writer or other creative professional currently working with, or wishing to develop your skills in working with people in health, community and social care settings? Are you a health and social care professional, such as a nurse, doctor, teacher, youth worker, occupational or creative arts therapist or manager who uses arts in health, community or social care settings?
If so, you may be interested to know that the University of the West of England in Bristol (UWE), in partnership with Willis Newson, is offering two new short course modules for 2011/12: Participatory Arts Facilitation in Health and Social Care Settings and Evaluating Arts in Health Initiatives. UWE is a leading centre for research in this increasingly valued and recognised sector and Willis Newson is a public art consultancy specialising in arts in healthcare.
As a participant you will develop the skills to support your creative and professional practice, study the concepts, values and models that inform the field and learn how to develop and critically evaluate your own projects. You will be able to study as part of an accredited programme leading to a professionally recognised range of awards.
Download a PDF giving an overview of the courses. For more information, including full course details for the Participatory Arts Facilitation course, visit the Willis Newson website.
If so, you may be interested to know that the University of the West of England in Bristol (UWE), in partnership with Willis Newson, is offering two new short course modules for 2011/12: Participatory Arts Facilitation in Health and Social Care Settings and Evaluating Arts in Health Initiatives. UWE is a leading centre for research in this increasingly valued and recognised sector and Willis Newson is a public art consultancy specialising in arts in healthcare.
As a participant you will develop the skills to support your creative and professional practice, study the concepts, values and models that inform the field and learn how to develop and critically evaluate your own projects. You will be able to study as part of an accredited programme leading to a professionally recognised range of awards.
Download a PDF giving an overview of the courses. For more information, including full course details for the Participatory Arts Facilitation course, visit the Willis Newson website.
Improving Public Health: working in partnership
Conference: 13 October 2011, Manchester - added 12.7.11
The public health white paper 'Healthy Lives, Healthy People' was published by the Department of Health towards the end of 2010 and set out the government's long-term vision for the future of public health in England. Directors of public health, now employed by local authorities and jointly appointed with the new 'wellness service', Public Health England, will lead on driving health improvement locally. A focus on joint working – encouraging collaboration for health and wellbeing – is vital. A strong partnership between the NHS and local government is essential if further improvements in healthcare, social care and public health are to be delivered. Improving Public Health: working in partnership will offer insightful and practical sessions on what is being done now, with lessons to be learned for all.
Speakers include:
Professor Geof Rayner, Professor Associate in Public Health, Brunel University
Mike Farrar, Chief Executive, NHS Confederation
John Wilderspin, National Transition Director for Health and Wellbeing Boards, Department of Health
Chima Olughu, Public Health Programme Manager, NHS Greenwich
Paul Stonebrook, Physical Activity Project Manager, Department of Health
Paul Jarvis, Strategic Lead for Sport & Health, StreetGames
Further details of the programme can be found online. Places are limited to 250 and are awarded on a first come, first served basis. Register to attend online using Marketing Code SYS4. If you wish to register your interest in exhibiting or delivering a workshop, you can submit your contact details online and one of our advisors will be in touch shortly.
Lewis Kemp
Marketing Executive
[email protected]
Tel: 0161 831 7111
Speakers include:
Professor Geof Rayner, Professor Associate in Public Health, Brunel University
Mike Farrar, Chief Executive, NHS Confederation
John Wilderspin, National Transition Director for Health and Wellbeing Boards, Department of Health
Chima Olughu, Public Health Programme Manager, NHS Greenwich
Paul Stonebrook, Physical Activity Project Manager, Department of Health
Paul Jarvis, Strategic Lead for Sport & Health, StreetGames
Further details of the programme can be found online. Places are limited to 250 and are awarded on a first come, first served basis. Register to attend online using Marketing Code SYS4. If you wish to register your interest in exhibiting or delivering a workshop, you can submit your contact details online and one of our advisors will be in touch shortly.
Lewis Kemp
Marketing Executive
[email protected]
Tel: 0161 831 7111
Procurement in the NHS 2011: every penny counts
Procurement in the health sector is changing. Find out how:
13th September 2011, Manchester Conference Centre - added 12.7.11
This is to confirm that this year’s Procurement in the NHS conference and exhibition will be taking place on the 13th September at the Manchester Conference Centre, Sackville Street, Manchester. Now in its third successful year 'Procurement in the NHS' has established itself as the leading procurement event for the health sector in the UK.
As there are major ongoing changes taking place within the health procurement sector will you or any of your colleagues will be available to attend the conference as delegates this year? Register online using 'Marketing Code SYS2'. Please note: This year we have introduced a discount for three or more delegates attending the event from the same organisation, details can be found on our website.
Mike Agnew
Divisional Events Manager
[email protected]
Tel: 0161 831 7111
Arts & Dementia Conference
June 22nd, Oxford - added 25.5.11
ARTZ UK is organising its first conference in Oxford on June 22. ARTZ UK aims to promote the health and well being of people with dementia through the arts and support their engagement in the social and cultural life of communities using art as a medium to maintain relationships and make new connections. There is an interesting programme including interactive workshops with international and national experts, local artists and musicians and a session by the Ashmolean museum about using artefacts to stimulate memory. For more information and to book see the website.
Arts & Health research and evaluation training and network day: Ethics in research and evaluation in participatory arts practice
July 8th, 9.30-15.30; lunch provided - added 25.5.11
If you would like to come PLEASE email Theo saying “yes please” so we know the numbers for catering.
[email protected]
School of Nursing, Midwifery & Physiotherapy
University of Nottingham
Duncan MacMillan House
Porchester Road
Nottingham
NG3 6AA
U.K.
Tel: 0115 9691300 ext 11214
Arts and Older People Seminar
10th June, Nottinghamshire - added 9.5.11
Are you interested in Arts and Older People? This seminar is for Artists, Arts Professionals, Arts Officers, NHS Staff and Arts Organisations who are interested to learn more about how the arts can be used to engage and inspire Older People.
Showcasing the VISIBLE project, hosted by Newark and Sherwood District Council, in partnership with Arts Council England and Nottinghamshire County Council, which has been providing creative opportunities for the over 50s in a wide range of artforms – from music composition, environmental art, choral, poetry and script writing, to film, drama, photography and dance.
The Visible Seminar on Friday 10th June (10am to 4pm) aims to be a day of exploration and celebration for anyone interested in the Arts and Older People. Keynote speeches, performances, an exhibition, workshops and open space forums will give delegates the opportunity to share experiences and set the agenda for the future of Arts and Older People locally and nationally.
Price: £25 per person. Lunch and refreshments are included.
To book your place call: 01636 655702 / 655724
To download a booking form, please visit the website.
Age to Age – seminar on intergenerational practice
London, 8 April 2011 - Only £25 - added 5.4.11
Introduced by Heidi Alexander, MP for Lewisham East, this half day seminar for arts, health and community practitioners and volunteers, from Age Exchange, will introduce intergenerational practice.
The session will include presentations by intergenerational specialists, including Susan Langford, MBE, as well as best practice and current activity in the community and further afield. Participants will also have the chance to take part in workshops delivered by Age Exchange, Entelechy Arts and Magic Me exploring practical activities and exercises used to create intergenerational work through movement, visual and performance arts and reminiscence.
For further information and to reserve your place, contact Malcolm Jones at Age Exchange Theatre on 020 8318 9105 or email [email protected].
http://www.age-exchange.org.uk/
The session will include presentations by intergenerational specialists, including Susan Langford, MBE, as well as best practice and current activity in the community and further afield. Participants will also have the chance to take part in workshops delivered by Age Exchange, Entelechy Arts and Magic Me exploring practical activities and exercises used to create intergenerational work through movement, visual and performance arts and reminiscence.
For further information and to reserve your place, contact Malcolm Jones at Age Exchange Theatre on 020 8318 9105 or email [email protected].
http://www.age-exchange.org.uk/
‘Where to Next…? Breakthrough Arts & Health Conference
Friday 10th June, 2011, NHS North West, 3 Piccadilly Place, Manchester - added 5.4.11
Breakthrough are delighted to announce that they are holding another Arts in Health Event in Manchester on Friday the 10th of June, 2011. At this time of financial cutbacks, the purpose of this event is to bring together some of the key people working in arts in health, with an aim to continue the development of a national strategy, promote joint working and share positive practice, about the creative approaches we can take to continue and thrive. This conference is specifically aimed at Senior Trust and Local Authority Management, including Chairs, Non-Executive Directors, Art Therapists and O.T.’s working in the field, as well as those out there doing it in the third sector.
We are delighted to offer a special highly subsidised buy one get one free delegate rate of £50 + £10 VAT for early booking and payments received by Wednesday 4th May by Reflections Subscribers, and £60 + £12 VAT buy one get one free for non subscribers. Any bookings made/payments received after this date will be charged at a rate of £70 + £14 VAT.
Speakers to include:- Damian Hebron, Director, London Arts in Health Forum Clive Parkinson – Director Arts for Health, Manchester Metropolitan University, Mike Farrar CBE – Chief Executive of NHS North West, Simon Barber – Chief Executive of 5 Boroughs Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and our very own Tony Russell – Breakthrough, who can provide insights fresh from his national ‘What’s it all about?’ Epic Walk (see news item below). More Speakers to be confirmed.
Please reserve your place as soon as possible as we expect this event to be over-subscribed. For further information, contact: [email protected]
We are delighted to offer a special highly subsidised buy one get one free delegate rate of £50 + £10 VAT for early booking and payments received by Wednesday 4th May by Reflections Subscribers, and £60 + £12 VAT buy one get one free for non subscribers. Any bookings made/payments received after this date will be charged at a rate of £70 + £14 VAT.
Speakers to include:- Damian Hebron, Director, London Arts in Health Forum Clive Parkinson – Director Arts for Health, Manchester Metropolitan University, Mike Farrar CBE – Chief Executive of NHS North West, Simon Barber – Chief Executive of 5 Boroughs Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and our very own Tony Russell – Breakthrough, who can provide insights fresh from his national ‘What’s it all about?’ Epic Walk (see news item below). More Speakers to be confirmed.
Please reserve your place as soon as possible as we expect this event to be over-subscribed. For further information, contact: [email protected]
WALK 201: Charity Walk with a difference - added 5.4.11
In May 1986 after completing a half time lap of honour during the Everton v Liverpool F.A. Cup Final, Tony Russell left Wembley Stadium to begin a mammoth 2,355 mile charity walk to every Football League club in England and Wales, before returning to Wembley in front of those same fans at the Charity Shield in August.
On March 22nd 2011 to mark the 25th Anniversary Tony will embark on another WALK but this walk will be very different as Tony seeks to find out “WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT” a question that has troubled Tony for the past 20 years as he has struggled to cope with persistent bouts of severe stress, anxiety and depression. Tony will do this by interviewing various politicians, celebrities and senior health service officials along the way.
The end will hopefully be marked by a variety show featuring service user singers, bands and comedians, and he plans to have achieved his other objectives of showcasing the creative talents of service users by wearing their art on his clothing, and highlighting the importance of the creative arts in aiding recovery, relieving stress and enhancing the healing environment, and its’ therapeutic value. There are also lots of events planned along the way.
Read more here.
Breakthrough Art is a user led organisation that promotes positive mental health through the creative arts.
On March 22nd 2011 to mark the 25th Anniversary Tony will embark on another WALK but this walk will be very different as Tony seeks to find out “WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT” a question that has troubled Tony for the past 20 years as he has struggled to cope with persistent bouts of severe stress, anxiety and depression. Tony will do this by interviewing various politicians, celebrities and senior health service officials along the way.
The end will hopefully be marked by a variety show featuring service user singers, bands and comedians, and he plans to have achieved his other objectives of showcasing the creative talents of service users by wearing their art on his clothing, and highlighting the importance of the creative arts in aiding recovery, relieving stress and enhancing the healing environment, and its’ therapeutic value. There are also lots of events planned along the way.
Read more here.
Breakthrough Art is a user led organisation that promotes positive mental health through the creative arts.
Mental health - happiness & wellbeing conference - added 5.4.11
June 30, 2011, Inmarsat Conference Centre, 99 City Road, London EC1Y 1AX
Hurry to book at discounted prices!
Mental health - happiness and well-being: new objectives for community-based practitioners and commissioners to promote positive identity, relationships and independence of mental health service users
The pursuit of happiness and well-being is now an established goal of government policy. Can people with mental health problems also aspire to fulfilment and life satisfaction? How should they best be supported in the community to achieve these aims?
This ground-breaking conference addresses these topical questions and presents a new person-centred approach to providing services for people with mental health problems living in the community:
a. A new evidence-based framework for commissioning and providing life-enhancing services and interventions for people with mental health problems living in the community
b. Insight into the key determinants of happiness and well-being for people with mental health problems - relative satisfaction with work, housing and money alongside social and emotional fulfilment
c. Inspiring ideas and examples from community-based practitioners working in different settings across the country - promoting positive identity, relationships, and independence.
For the full programme, testimonials or to book online see the website or phone 020 8348 8263
Fees (includes admission, all documentation, lunch and refreshments throughout the day):
Supported Rate: £145 + VAT (limited availability for voluntary/community organisations with fewer than 10 full-time staff)
Standard Rate: £245 + VAT
The pursuit of happiness and well-being is now an established goal of government policy. Can people with mental health problems also aspire to fulfilment and life satisfaction? How should they best be supported in the community to achieve these aims?
This ground-breaking conference addresses these topical questions and presents a new person-centred approach to providing services for people with mental health problems living in the community:
a. A new evidence-based framework for commissioning and providing life-enhancing services and interventions for people with mental health problems living in the community
b. Insight into the key determinants of happiness and well-being for people with mental health problems - relative satisfaction with work, housing and money alongside social and emotional fulfilment
c. Inspiring ideas and examples from community-based practitioners working in different settings across the country - promoting positive identity, relationships, and independence.
For the full programme, testimonials or to book online see the website or phone 020 8348 8263
Fees (includes admission, all documentation, lunch and refreshments throughout the day):
Supported Rate: £145 + VAT (limited availability for voluntary/community organisations with fewer than 10 full-time staff)
Standard Rate: £245 + VAT
Music & wellbeing: Making Music Conference - added 5.4.11
10 – 11 September 2011, Glasgow
The impact and application of music to improve mental, physical and social wellbeing has many advocates and well-established initiatives demonstrating positive impact. Making Music will be looking at programmes taking place across the UK and the opportunities these create for voluntary music.
Please visit the Making Music website for further information.
The impact and application of music to improve mental, physical and social wellbeing has many advocates and well-established initiatives demonstrating positive impact. Making Music will be looking at programmes taking place across the UK and the opportunities these create for voluntary music.
Please visit the Making Music website for further information.
Arts & Heath Survey - please take part- added 5.4.11
*Apologies - since we published this article this survey has now closed.*
My name is Stephen Carlton and I am currently a student in the Department of Information and Communications at Manchester Metropolitan University. I am currently carrying out an independent research project about information access at the Arts for Health Archive in Manchester. The archive holds a wealth of resources on arts and health and other related subjects.
I would appreciate it if you would answer a few short questions about the information resources that you use in your work. It shouldn't take longer than five minutes but would be extremely useful for my project. It will also hopefully help to shape the service that the archive provides in the future. If you could also pass the link for the survey on to any colleagues or friends who work with arts and health or in related fields, that would be great.
I would appreciate it if you would answer a few short questions about the information resources that you use in your work. It shouldn't take longer than five minutes but would be extremely useful for my project. It will also hopefully help to shape the service that the archive provides in the future. If you could also pass the link for the survey on to any colleagues or friends who work with arts and health or in related fields, that would be great.
Training course: Using the Arts to Improve the Wellbeing of Older People - current
- for Care Assistants & Older People's Support Staff working within the Care, Social or Housing environment.
Sessions are with trainer Karen Herrick from Harlequin Arts, who will teach practical arts techniques that can be used with older people, taking into account participation barriers such as visual impairment and arthritis. The full 4-session course costs £80. Places are limited.
The current training programme has recently started at Staveley but there are a couple of places left if anyone would like to join part way through. Dates remaining are 9, 23, 30 March from 2-4pm at The Staveley Centre, Calver Crescent, Staveley, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 3NQ.
If anyone is interested in this or future courses contact Karen on 07980039647, or email [email protected]
Sessions are with trainer Karen Herrick from Harlequin Arts, who will teach practical arts techniques that can be used with older people, taking into account participation barriers such as visual impairment and arthritis. The full 4-session course costs £80. Places are limited.
The current training programme has recently started at Staveley but there are a couple of places left if anyone would like to join part way through. Dates remaining are 9, 23, 30 March from 2-4pm at The Staveley Centre, Calver Crescent, Staveley, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 3NQ.
If anyone is interested in this or future courses contact Karen on 07980039647, or email [email protected]
Help shape the development of a new national organisation to support arts and health
London Arts in Health Forum is working with partners from across the country to develop national co-ordination in the field of arts and health. This work is being funded by Arts Council England. As part of this work, LAHF is investigating the possibility of creating a new National Forum. This Forum would work to help and support those working in arts and health and encourage the health service and other providers to support work in this area.
In order to consider the feasibility of establishing the National Forum and the role such an organisation might fulfil, LAHF has drawn up a short online survey for people working in the area of arts and health to express their views and make suggestions - before 27th March 2011.
For more information and to start the survey, visit www.cultureandwellbeing.org.uk/recent-developments/national-forum.
In order to consider the feasibility of establishing the National Forum and the role such an organisation might fulfil, LAHF has drawn up a short online survey for people working in the area of arts and health to express their views and make suggestions - before 27th March 2011.
For more information and to start the survey, visit www.cultureandwellbeing.org.uk/recent-developments/national-forum.
Writing in Healthcare conference:
Friday 18th March 2011 at North Lakes Hotel, Penrith
The Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust have been carrying out a Year of Writing project. As part of the Year of Writing, there will be a Writing in Healthcare conference on Friday 18th March 2011 at North Lakes Hotel, Penrith, Cumbria. The main tutor will be renowned author and freelance consultant, Gillie Bolton. The workshops will include writing for reflective practice, therapeutic creative writing, poetry group work, and the importance of the written word in Life Story work and CAMHS. There are a small number of places available for people from outside Cumbria (£180 per place). For more information or to book see the website or contact [email protected] / 01228 603148.
The Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust have been carrying out a Year of Writing project. As part of the Year of Writing, there will be a Writing in Healthcare conference on Friday 18th March 2011 at North Lakes Hotel, Penrith, Cumbria. The main tutor will be renowned author and freelance consultant, Gillie Bolton. The workshops will include writing for reflective practice, therapeutic creative writing, poetry group work, and the importance of the written word in Life Story work and CAMHS. There are a small number of places available for people from outside Cumbria (£180 per place). For more information or to book see the website or contact [email protected] / 01228 603148.
Carers' experiences of arts and crafts activities - volunteers needed
Do you have experience of caring for someone with dementia at home? If so, do you take part in any form of art or craft making regularly?
Bryony Cooper and Lindsay Phillips are looking to interview people for a research project exploring the therapeutic effects of taking part in creative activities. The study would involve a single interview at a time and place convenient to you. Bryony and Lindsay are two MSc Occupational Therapy students at Brunel University.
For further details please contact either Bryony Cooper on 07701094522 or [email protected] or Lindsay Phillips on 07734864458 or [email protected]. Alternatively, write to Frances Reynolds (research supervisor), Mary Seacole Building, School of Health Sciences and Social Care, Brunel University, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 3PH.
Bryony Cooper and Lindsay Phillips are looking to interview people for a research project exploring the therapeutic effects of taking part in creative activities. The study would involve a single interview at a time and place convenient to you. Bryony and Lindsay are two MSc Occupational Therapy students at Brunel University.
For further details please contact either Bryony Cooper on 07701094522 or [email protected] or Lindsay Phillips on 07734864458 or [email protected]. Alternatively, write to Frances Reynolds (research supervisor), Mary Seacole Building, School of Health Sciences and Social Care, Brunel University, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 3PH.
Interested in a higher education course in arts, health and well-being?
Theodore Stickley, Associate Professor in the School of Nursing, Midwifery & Physiotherapy at the University of Nottingham writes:
"We are thinking of developing a Master’s in Arts, Health & Wellbeing Practice here at the University of Nottingham. One thing I need to do is conduct a little market research to find out whether or not there might interest in such a course. I imagine there would be some interest in:
A) Post graduate certificate at Masters level (one day per week in 1 academic year p/t)
B) Post graduate diploma at Masters level (one day per week in 2 academic years p/t)
C) Masters - as above + dissertation
If you believe that one of these options might be of interest to you, could you simply email me with the letters A, B or C. I promise not to keep the emails. At this stage, I’m only interest in numbers!!
I should point out that these courses will attract fees of about £3,000 p.a. and a first degree is usually required."
email: [email protected]
"We are thinking of developing a Master’s in Arts, Health & Wellbeing Practice here at the University of Nottingham. One thing I need to do is conduct a little market research to find out whether or not there might interest in such a course. I imagine there would be some interest in:
A) Post graduate certificate at Masters level (one day per week in 1 academic year p/t)
B) Post graduate diploma at Masters level (one day per week in 2 academic years p/t)
C) Masters - as above + dissertation
If you believe that one of these options might be of interest to you, could you simply email me with the letters A, B or C. I promise not to keep the emails. At this stage, I’m only interest in numbers!!
I should point out that these courses will attract fees of about £3,000 p.a. and a first degree is usually required."
email: [email protected]