PAINT & HEAL

Where Art Meets Healing

A therapeutic art initiative bringing hope, joy, and healing to stroke survivors and children with congenital heart defects through the transformative power of creative expression.

Individual Art Therapy

Group Art Therapy

Expressive Arts

Children & Adolescents

Sensitivity & Inclusivity

Mindfulness

The Science Behind Art Therapy

Our Approach


For Stroke Survivors:

  • Art movements help rebuild neural pathways and improve motor skills
  • Creative expression reduces depression and isolation common during recovery
  • Non-traditional rehabilitation feels enjoyable rather than clinical
  • Community connection provides emotional support and motivation

For Children with Congenital Heart Defects:

  • Creative activities provide emotional outlets for complex feelings
  • Art therapy helps children process their medical experiences
  • Group participation builds confidence and social connections
  • Joyful experiences create positive memories beyond hospital settings

Art as Therapy

Our Impact

Paint and Heal by the Numbers Since our inaugural event in May 2025:

  • 50+ participants served (stroke survivors and heart warriors)
  • 100% participant satisfaction rate – 5-hour therapeutic art experience per participant
  • 25+ volunteers trained in therapeutic art support
  • Featured in national media coverage including Arise TV
  • Government stakeholder participation from state ministries of Health and Tourism, Arts & Culture

Transforming Lives Through Art Therapy

"I never thought I could paint again after my stroke. Paint and Heal helped me rediscover movement in my right hand while creating something beautiful." - Queen Ena, Stroke Survivor & Ambassador

"My daughter smiled more during those four hours than she had in months of hospital visits. Thank you for seeing her as an artist, not just a patient." - Mother of Heart Warrior, Age 8

The Science Behind Art Therapy

For Stroke Survivors:

  • Art movements help rebuild neural pathways and improve motor skills
  • Creative expression reduces depression and isolation common during recovery
  • Non-traditional rehabilitation feels enjoyable rather than clinical
  • Community connection provides emotional support and motivation

For Children with Congenital Heart Defects:

  • Creative activities provide emotional outlets for complex feelings
  • Art therapy helps children process their medical experiences
  • Group participation builds confidence and social connections
  • Joyful experiences create positive memories beyond hospital settings

Medical Research shows that art therapy can:

  • Reduce stress hormones by up to 75%
  • Improve fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
  • Decrease anxiety and depression symptoms
  • Enhance overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions

One heartbeat at a time. One brushstroke at a time.