Participatory Arts Self Evaluation Approach Project Report 2007, Mental Health Foundation
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Abstract:
These views convinced us that the arts were highly valued by those who had experienced mental health problems and seen as a meaningful vehicle by which to approach their recovery. What was also apparent was the paucity of evidence on which arguments for greater development of these
services could be based.This report is based on the findings from a small but significant practice led research and service improvement project, which supported six participatory arts organisations to pilot a self evaluation approach, over a 6 month period, during 2006/07.
services could be based.This report is based on the findings from a small but significant practice led research and service improvement project, which supported six participatory arts organisations to pilot a self evaluation approach, over a 6 month period, during 2006/07.
- Individual Level – providing opportunities for individuals to develop skills and resilience and to support their recovery.
Community Level – providing a bridge to connecting with opportunities within communities.
Societal Level – Providing a vehicle to tackle stigma, discrimination and inequalities encountered by people who experience mental health problems.
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