Arts Service

The arts are a vibrant part of our wellbeing service. Our team of arts therapists and community artists offers a range of sessions and projects to support patients, families and the local community, helping them to explore and make sense of their life experiences, as well as to express themselves and connect with each other creatively using different forms of art.

Why the arts

The arts are integral to who we are, to how we relate to others and the world around us. They can be a shelter, can bypass words and offer support in times of change and loss.

Recognising the transformative potential of the arts in human life, we are committed to supporting patient and family wellbeing through the use of expressive arts, including music and songwriting, painting, creative writing, photography and film making.

In diverse forms and formats, including individual sessions, open groups and creative projects, the arts can bring people together in creative ways. This includes our engagement with schools and other communities to promote healthier attitudes towards change and loss in life.

Get involved

We currently offer individual music therapy, dramatherapy and art-making sessions. Sessions are open to patients and caregivers. If you are interested, please complete our registration form.

We also provide diverse group sessions. Please visit the Wellbeing Timetable to see our current and forthcoming groups and book your place.

Cultural events

We organise diverse cultural events including live music performances, art and photography exhibitions. These events bring together patients, families, staff, volunteers and the local community.

All events are listed on our Events Calendar.

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Palliative Arts No.17 Talks

With the spotlight on what the arts can offer to our experience of loss, change and death, our No17 Talks offer a welcoming, critical and creative space for sharing practice, research and innovation nationally and internationally. The talks take place at our beautiful No.17 conference venue and online via Zoom. Check our forthcoming talks on our Events Calendar and book your place!

International Symposium for The Arts in Palliative Care

Hosted by our arts team, our annual arts symposium offers a space for sharing new emerging practices and research regarding the arts in palliative care.

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Arts in Palliative Care ECHO Network

Our Arts in Palliative Care ECHO Network is an online network to support Scotland-based arts therapists and arts practitioners working in palliative care. The network is currently under review. If you wish to take part, please feel free to contact us.