Grace Village ArtCare

 For several years now, Grace Village has offered ArtCare, scheduled times to color, paint, do crafty things on Wednesdays. People from health care, assisted living, and independent living (including a few from the condos) are involved. There is an instructor/helper with an art background to encourage those creating.

 Today we attended an ArtCare Open House with items for sale as well as art works on the walls displayed but not for sale. The hallway outside the activity room has photos of the residents involved; I would guess maybe 30-40.

Today's offerings were mostly note cards featuring the pictures created by the resident artists. There were a few handcrafts, too.

I bought a magnet.

Many people color printed pictures, but some draw and paint their own compositions.

It is a good way for residents to socialize and be creative. The socialization aspect was on hold when COVID was most virulent. People with dementia do well coloring printed pictures provided for them. It seems to soothe them. 

In the spring there will be another sale which will include some wooden baskets my husband made and donated to ArtCare. They are going to paint/decorate these. 

If I lived in one of the apartments, I might join in. Right now, I am busy on Wednesdays with literary club twice a month, and with singing with the choir in chapel once a month. It would make a nice activity during cold months when being outside is difficult. Something to think about for the future.