What are some of the potential therapeutic

benefits of attending artLAB?

• Provides positive health outcomes, improves physical health

• Provides sense of control and mastery

• Improve in overall functioning

• Viable and less costly non-pharmaceutical option for symptom management

• Social engagement, reduces isolation
• Improved communication, self-expression

• Improved mood and self-regulation ability
• Relaxation, mindfulness, stress-management

• Encourages playfulness and a sense of humor

• Improved cognitive reserve
• Sensory stimulation, reduced boredom and under stimulation
• Fosters a stronger sense of identity
• Increased self-esteem, sense of accomplishment and self-actualization
• Increase connection to self and others

• Improved social skills

• Increase access to creativity

What does an artLAB include?

• A facilitated semi-structure space to engaged in a creative process and learn skills.

• ART material: paint, watercolor, multi media paper, glitter, glue, dry and oil pastel, chalk, pencils, color pencils, markers, sharpies, building supplies, packing tape, recycled and natural material. Additional material may sometimes be available, and also purchased at a discounted price at our store.

• BODY CENTERED: Movement spaces for Yoga, meditation, stretching, yoga props.

• PLAY areas: Gross and fine motor areas, toys, dramatic play area, costumes, sensory integration tools and spaces

• QUIET areas.

• BOOKS for all ages.

• MUSIC area with instruments: drum set, piano, hand held drums, microphone and small amplifier, hand held instruments.

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