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One-to-one sessions are available and help create artwork such as the video here created with Adam

Art is also a very sensory experience.

Art is also a very sensory experience.

🎨 Art at City Care: Creativity, Expression, and Growth

At City Care Partnership, we believe that art is for everyone. It’s not just about creating something beautiful — it’s about self-expression, exploration, and personal growth. Art provides a platform to process the world, express emotions, and explore identity.

Why Art Matters

Art offers a wide range of benefits for the people we support, including:

  • Developing fine motor skills through creative tasks
  • Encouraging problem-solving and imaginative thinking
  • Providing sensory input that can be both soothing and stimulating
  • Fostering communication and social interaction
  • Building self-esteem through personal expression
  • Creating a sense of release and respite

Most importantly, art is valuable in itself — as a way to explore creativity, express feelings, and celebrate individuality.

🖌️ Our Art Sessions: A Safe Space to Create

We run art sessions every Wednesday in a supportive and welcoming environment. Around 10 regular members take part in these sessions, working on individual and group projects that reflect their interests and inspirations.

For those who may prefer a quieter or more individual approach, we also offer one-to-one art sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays. These personalised sessions provide a calm and focused setting, allowing individuals to engage with art on their own terms.

One-to-one sessions can be developed to suit a particular skill such as maths

One-to-one sessions can be developed to suit a particular skill such as maths

Focus and skills development are part of the process.

Focus and skills development are part of the process.

Our Approach: Creativity Without Limits

We believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels safe to express themselves. Our art sessions are designed to:

  • Build confidence and encourage self-expression
  • Support skill development through diverse creative techniques
  • Promote social connections through shared projects
  • Offer therapeutic benefits through creative exploration

We are constantly developing and improving our art projects to meet the evolving needs of the people we support. Currently, we are designing a 6-week project programme focused on a specific art medium — chosen by the individuals who attend. This approach allows for deep engagement and skill-building in a chosen artistic practice.

🌟 A Creative Community

Art at City Care is about more than just making something — it’s about expressing who you are and finding joy in the creative process. Whether working independently or collaborating with others, each person’s unique contribution is celebrated and valued.

What’s Next?

Our aim is to continue evolving our art offerings to support creative freedom, skill development, and positive wellbeing. We are committed to making art accessible and meaningful for everyone.

Crafts can be tailored to the interests of the individual, which creates greater interest and delight at the results!

Crafts can be tailored to the interests of the individual, which creates greater interest and delight at the results!

Group sessions are also another opportunity to socialise and have fun.

Group sessions are also another opportunity to socialise and have fun.

Crafts are also a great opportunity to take a finished item home.

Crafts are also a great opportunity to take a finished item home.

News

Welcome to City Care Caelan!

Caelan moved into Broom Lane in November 2024; Ellen (Team Leader) shares her thoughts and observations on his move.

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Welcome to City Care Caelan!

Skills for Care create whole new film from hike footage!

On a recent Bimble we were joined by a film crew from Skills for Care.

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Skills for Care create whole new film from hike footage!

Maxlife latest issue!

The latest edition of MaxLife, the magazine of City Care partnership, is available to view and download here.

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Maxlife latest issue!
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