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This programme provides weekly Creative Wellbeing Sessions in Alexandra, Cromwell and Wanaka and is an extension of our successful programme run in the Waitaki District. These free sessions are for adults experiencing isolation or mental health challenges.

The sessions combine art making activities and peer support in a safe and supported environment.

Entry criteria is broad and self-selecting, non-clinical and no diagnosis required. The aim is to be highly accessible and to provide a greater variety of mental health services in the region.

The Central Creative Wellbeing programme is primarily funded by the Ministry of Culture & Heritage with support from the Southern District Health Board.

 The service

• Art and craft sessions for adults (18+) experiencing mental health challenges or receiving support for their mental health
• Hosted on a weekly basis in Alexandra, Cromwell and Wanaka
• Situated in a community venue (hall, community hub, etc) in a central location
• Free of charge to those attending
• Peer Support Worker to provide non-clinical wellbeing support to attendees as needed
• Working closely with local peer support groups and mental health services
• Artsenta to provide project management, support and administration for outreach service

Programme content

• Each session will be 2.5 hours long. This includes a structured art activity led by the Art Worker. The focus is on visual arts and crafts at an introductory level
• Shared cup of tea, news, updates, discussion on future projects
• Studio time where artists can continue working on the activity amongst their peers
• Attendees encouraged to help set up and clean up
• Artistic programme for year to be developed in consultation with attendees
• Potential for occasional outings or guest artists
• Display of artworks created during the programme. The focus here is on a celebration and acknowledgement of the progress made rather than a high-end exhibition or sales opportunity

For more information please visit the Central Otago Creative Wellbeing Facebook page, email; [email protected] or phone/ text 0210 278 1078 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

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