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Art therapy in support of stroke survivors
Brushstrokes, run by the Stroke Association and supported by Gwynt y Môr, an Innogy Renewables UK ltd community fund, will be a chance for stroke survivors to gather together and enjoy getting creative.
The sessions will be run by art therapist Pam Hutcheson, who said:
“Those who take part don’t have to be good at art. It’s a chance to get together to reflect and relax. There’s no pressure to speak about the art or their feelings – it’s just a chance to have some fun.
“But sometimes, because many stroke survivors will have had a traumatic time during their recovery, issues are brought up as part of the sessions. As a trained psychotherapist, my role is to offer support when that happens.
“We’ll be using paints, pastel crayons and chalk and model magic, which is a bit like playdough. The stroke survivors are welcome to use paintbrushes, sponges or their hands. It’s not an art lesson, so you can’t be wrong!”
The Brushstrokes sessions begin on 16 November and will run for four weeks between 10am–11.30am.
To enquire about booking a place on the course call 01745 508531 or email CommunityStepsWales@stroke.org.uk