Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund

Year 3 Awardee

Simeon Care for the Elderly

Simeon Care – The Healing Power of Art

About the project

We are requesting to start weekly art sessions led by a qualified art therapist for residents as well as inviting residents from the local community to also join. On a monthly basis, staff will support residents to go into the community to visit places that will inspire creativity, such as the Aberdeen Art Gallery or places of interest with a camera. The project will encourage creativity, stimulate activity and create meaningful relationships between our residents and local people sharing a love of art. Once the project is completed, it will culminate in an art show at Simeon Care, showcasing the works of the residents and community while bringing people together.

Type of initiative funded: Arts and crafts

Funding awarded: £7814