Improve quality of patient care through integrated arts programming
- Reduction of stress, loneliness, anxiety and perception of pain
- Extended interaction with a caring and supportive individual
- Create a sense of control
- Restore a sense of individuality
- Create a safe outlet for emotion and provide a means of augmenting coping skills
Foster positive environment and sense of community for patients and staff
- An enhanced perception of the hospital as a nurturing and healing atmosphere
- Strengthen communication between patient and staff members
Beautify the space
- Color and warmth upon the walls translates into happiness and cheer within patients and staff