The Art for Health program provides patients staying in our hospital with activities that involve the visual arts, music, dance and/or creative writing. Our artists in residence share this open forum for personal release, increased awareness and healing—all free of charge. Engaging in these activities creates an active focus, which decreases anxiety, tension and fear, and redirects attention from pain. In addition, artistic decisions made by the patient also re-establish their sense of control.

Inpatients interested in scheduling Art for Health sessions should make a personal request through their nurse or attending physician.