Participatory Projects
SOUNDBITE
“The patients and staff love the songs and performance. Beautiful voice.” Staff Member, OPAU
“I would have never thought I’d hear something like that here, its cheered me up no end!” Patient
“You have honestly not just made my day, but my week!” Patient
“We particularly enjoyed the Disney music on the NICU ward.” Parent
ARTSPARKS
“The arts activities really helped my daughter’s stay, she is 11 and has bone cancer and spends a lot of time in hospital. Having activities like this makes so much difference. Thank you.” Parent
“This is a delightful unexpected extra and has changed the tone of the hospital visit. Charlotte is a very kind and accommodating teacher and has clearly planned activities based on childrens’ needs. Thank you.” Parent
“The workshops are a highlight and makes coming in to hospital a much more positive experience.” Parent
“Our daughter has had a fabulous day doing art work. With a chronic illness she spends a lot of time in hospital. Extra events like this provide huge relief to the long, difficult days. Thank you!” Parent
STITCH IN TIME
“It’s good for you using hands, eyes and mind” (Patient- Cheselden)
“I didn’t expect to be good at this but I’ve really enjoyed it” (Patient Combe Ward)
RUH WELLBEING GARDEN: COMMUNITY PROJECT
“Great way to decompress after work, would love to do this more regularly!
Great way to meet and learn about other colleagues.”
“I’m going to miss going to the Wednesday workshops!
I loved having a creative outlet for staff and there should be more art events/workshops!”
“I’m really glad I managed to attend – can’t wait to see the installation once it’s installed.”
DIABETES DEPARTMENT: PATIENT WORKSHOPS & MURAL COMMISSION
“It was really inspiring and look forward to a very calm and creative space to attend appointments”
“Love that you involved patients in improving the department and space for us”
“I didn’t know how much I would be able to do and I loved it. It inspired me – super event!“
“I enjoyed this but don’t often give myself time to do it. Nature and art are so valuable for wellbeing and the process is as important as the final result.“
Exhibitions
CENTRAL GALLERY
“What a positive environment it creates. Lovely very talented individuals. Fabulous.”
“Really excellent variety of pictures as usual. A calming influence. Thanks very much for the time and care with the pictures.”
“Just wanted to say how much my visit to the hospital this morning was enhanced by the fabulous choice of art displayed. Chosen and hung by someone who knows what they are doing. Really enjoyed the range of styles and medium – all high quality which is not always typical of public displays like this!”
