Two visitors sharing a moment at the Phillips during our Creative Aging program. Photo: James R. Brantley
Everyone once in a while I see a photograph from one of our programs that stops me in my tracks. James R. Brantley recently took the image above during one of our Creative Aging programs with Iona. This program offers older adults (many of whom suffer from Alzheimer’s or related dementia), along with their families and caregivers, the opportunity to connect with each other through guided conversations about art at the Phillips. These individuals then continue processing their responses in the art therapy studio at Iona.
This photograph is a powerful reminder to me. It serves as a testament of how powerful art can be in creating shared and loving experiences.