What's New
Event
A Geometric Progression: GRID Collective exhibition at Tallaght University Hospital
11 March, 2023
Event
The Mater Misericordiae University Hospital presents ‘Beyond the Surface: Art, Illuminating the Future of Surgery’
10 March, 2023
News
The launch of Réalta – National Body for Arts and Health in Ireland
7 March, 2023
Opportunities
Opportunity
Invitation to Tender: Artists Care Exchange (ACE) Facilitator
12 March, 2023
Opportunity
Baboró artist opportunity: Primary school project exploring the impact of the arts on young children
11 March, 2023
Opportunity
Call for Musicians: Soothing Sounds Music Programme at Tallaght University Hospital and CHI at Tallaght
10 March, 2023
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Perspective
Nothing for us without us: Pavee Point’s creative approach to Traveller men’s health
Patrick Reilly and Michael Collins from Pavee Point Traveller & Roma Centre discuss the health inequalities that Travellers face, the work of the Men’s Health Team, and the Traveller-led creative initiatives that are giving visibility to Traveller men’s experiences.
Research
The arts in public health policy: progress and opportunities
WHO has called for governments to take an intersectoral approach to realise the potential of the arts for public health. To explore what global progress is being made towards this aim, this paper presents examples of arts and health policy development from diverse government areas: health, arts, local governments, and cross government.
Case Study
Young Music Graduates Introduction to Music in Healthcare Project
The Music in Healthcare Young Graduates project was developed by Music & Health Ireland, the leading Irish training organisation in the field. The project connects recently graduated musicians to training and mentorship, new skill sets, competences and professional best practice in the field of Arts & Health.
Arts in Healthcare Webinars
Mental Health
Webinar recording – Bringing the Arts into Mental Health Settings
Practical guidance for healthcare professionals on developing and delivering arts initiatives in acute and community mental health settings.
Older People
Webinar recording – Inclusive methods of arts engagement for older people in long stay care
Are you interested in developing inclusive arts activities with artists for older people in your service? This webinar explores different arts approaches and resources for health and social care professionals.
Older People
Webinar recording – Developing arts programmes for older people in long stay care
Practical guidance for healthcare managers on developing and implementing arts programming for older people in long stay care.