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Mind 2009 calendars
Art and creativity can allow people experiencing mental health problems to communicate feelings not easily put into words.
The therapeutic effects of creating art are enormous and can lower stress levels, fear and anxiety, and provide a sense of freedom, leading to faster recovery times and reduced need for medication.
Many of our local Mind associations run art groups and Mind helps to fund some of them via our local Mind association Grant Fund. These grants are funded by supporters’ donations and has distributed over £1 million to local projects since it began in 2002 – projects that have a real and positive impact on people’s lives.
By giving us a donation today you will be helping fund even more local projects and reach more people who experience mental distress.
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Mind's 2009 calendar features artwork from people who have benefited from local Mind association art therapy groups. Purchase our 2009 calendar today!
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The Mind 2009 calendar
The Mind 2009 calendar is a collection of 12 works created by people with experience of mental distress. Here are some of the artists whose works are in this year's edition.
| Caroline Grainger:
Caroline experiences anxiety and depression, which leave her feeling overwhelmed and lacking enthusiasm. She has been attending Redcar and Cleveland Mind since 2001 and uses several of its services including the walking group and the art group.
“Mind has given me support when going through a bad patch, and a feeling of belonging to somewhere. Art therapy keeps me doing something I might not have had the enthusiasm to start at home.”
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Mikki:
“I was trying to paint what is going on in my head.”
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David Golding:
David has been using Mind’s services for 15 years to help him cope with depression.
“Mind is a haven for me. It is a huge part of my life. The staff at Sunderland is unbelievable, so helpful and understanding. I really enjoy our art group, I can forget my troubles.”
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Lucy Van Hoorn:
Lucy is a student who volunteered at the Sunderland Mind art group and is now running her own arts class for people with mental health problems.
“Through art you can make something you are proud of and paint how you feel. It can be a good outlet to help you through your problems. I think Mind is wonderful and provides a place of refuge for so many people. Whether you go for therapy or just a cup of tea it is always nice to feel cared about.”
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Michael Roe:
Michael has Asperger’s syndrome, which he says has made him feel like an outcast and different from other people. He has been doing art therapy for ten years.
“Through art therapy I feel I can express myself. Coming to Mind helps me a lot. I’d probably be a hermit otherwise!”
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