HEALING ARTS
The Rye Arts Center introduces a new program to create a space where older adults can freely express themselves through the arts. If you, or someone you know, would benefit from any of the programs below, please call us at (914) 967-0700, ext. 25, to discuss the details. All programs are taught by Celeste Walls, ATR-BC, LCAT.
Monday Group - Reminscence
6:30 - 7:30 pm
6 sessions beginning April 12
(A supportive environment for individuals with dementia benefiting from visual and verbal stimuli through creative arts experiences.)
Recapturing Memories thru Art - 65+
This program will provide participants with the opportunity to meet the individual "where they are at and being in the moment." We each have an eternal flame in ourselves that expresses the true self. Although faced with the challenges of the aging process this program honors retaining that which encourages quality of life leading to successful aging. All supplies included.
Fee: $150 (members receive discount)
Wednesday Group - Open Art Format
10:00 - 12:00 pm
6 sessions beginning April 14
ReKindle the Flame for Creativity - 65+
Embrace your passion for creative expression as a means to share your life experiences through a varied art milieu. Participants will honor their unique life stories through mixed media collage incorporating both words and imagery. The experience will enable older adults to transcend beyond their personal limitations to a place where their unique journeys, personalities, emotions, and accomplishments provide meaning and self-empowerment. Art provides participants with an opportunity to give a voice to their life experiences as a healing tool. All supplies included.
Fee: $300 (members receive discount)