One of our carers in our Thurrock scheme Donna, put together an art exhibition for promoting wellbeing in care through Art. Donna worked so hard on this and everyone was very proud of her. This exhibition was not only for her Uni Degree but to also combine her passion of art and caring for people and promoting their wellbeing through art forms. Residents come together to explore their art and look at the displays. Donna also made a photobook to showcase all their hard work and fantastic art which is displayed in their communal lounge in their scheme for all to enjoy.
Donna had this to say on her website dedicated to the exhibition: ‘The recent Art and creative exhibition at the retirement home called Anchor Hanover, Elizabeth Gardens, Grays. On the 29th of March, 2024. It was truly a remarkable event. It was a pleasure to witness the residents’ diverse talents and be a part of such a vibrant showcase. Walking through the exhibit, I was filled with pride seeing the incredible drawings, illustrations, crafts, and knitting projects on display, each representing the unique creativity of the residents.
I was honored to contribute some of my illustrations to the exhibition, adding to the rich tapestry of artwork showcased. The atmosphere was lively, with both residents and visitors thoroughly enjoying the diverse array of artistic expressions. It was heartwarming to see the sense of community that the event fostered, bringing people together through their shared love for art.
Overall, the exhibition was a resounding success, providing a platform for residents to showcase their talents and for visitors to engage with and support the local artistic community. It was a truly inspiring experience that highlighted the power of creativity to unite us all’
Any residents, family or friends wishing to visit the webpage can do so following this link – https://odonnabennet.wixsite.com/lagos-to-epsom/post/creativity-in-care
