West Park Rehabilitation Hospital – Rehabilitation Art Group

Occupational Therapy Service art group – patients are assessed and referred to attend by occupational therapists.
To encourage patients to use their affected limb as part of on-going therapy
To enable patients to continue with a hobby or develop an interest in art for the first time in a group setting. Perhaps start undertaking art activities at home.
To socialise with other patients. Stroke patients with speech problems can practice speaking within a group that understands their problems – many patients with speech problems do not feel confident enough to mix with people that do not understand their problems and therefore become very isolated.
Art volunteers support the group by facilitating arts and crafts activities
Support from donations assists with provision of arts materials and activities.