Creative activities such as painting can help with health and wellbeing as well as been therapeutic; it encourages the patients to express themselves in meaningful ways.

Our Engagement Support Worker, Cristina Mihu from Ward 19 has been encouraging patients to take part in creating unique art pieces using hand painting.

She said: “Looking at the big picture, the activity encourages our patients’ cognitive development. It can improve concentration, and helps with motor skills and creativity. Another big benefit that this activity has is an unforgettable memory for the family as they take this home for a keepsake. And let’s not forget it's fun!”

The patients have enjoyed spending time together in a relaxing environment.