Art Therapy
Derived from the Sanskrit for circle with a centre point, mandalas have long been used for mindfulness and can also help stimulate brain activity and improve fine motor skills. Research has shown that colouring helps to reduce stress and anxiety, improve mood, and provide a sense of accomplishment.
Freemasons
Freemasons help to fund Get Started Art with a new inspirational initiative gaining momentum across the UK to help small groups in local communities
The Provincial Communications Officer for Essex Freemasons, Peter Low, said:
“The Art Therapy Book initiative is inspirational and fits extremely well with ‘Service’ which is one of the four key values of Freemasonry. We are delighted to see a number of provinces and lodges, working alongside Get Started Art in helping so many organisations and people across the UK”. Peter added “At a time when the awareness of mental health is so prevalent, both Freemasons and Get Started Art want to support mindfulness and anxiety relief by helping others to reduce stress by engaging in these Art Therapy Colouring Books. The aim is to donate as many as possible to those community groups that can benefit the most, as well as raising further public awareness of a problem that can affect anybody at any time.”
Get Started Art Therapy Books are supported by:
the United Grand Lodge of England and the Masonic Charitable Foundation. Registered Charity No. 09751836
Anthony Howlett-Bolton OBE, Provincial Grand Master for Berkshire:
"As Freemasons, we understand the significance of fostering wellbeing in our communities. With the growing worries surrounding stress, anxiety and overall emotional welfare, this project is being introduced at a time when focusing on mental health is more crucial than ever.
The provision of tools such as the mandala-based art therapy books can truly make an impact by encouraging relaxation, alleviating stress and improving mental health. Our goal is to distribute these books to hospitals, care facilities and charitable organisations throughout Berkshire to offer assistance and solace to individuals tackling these obstacles."
Paul Tarrant, Provincial Grand Master for Essex:
“I am delighted to give my wholehearted support to this project and the ‘Get Started Art’ charity. This inspiring initiative aligns perfectly with the core values of Essex Freemasonry – Service, Compassion, and Community.
By providing free arts and crafts materials and support, ‘Get Started’ is making a tangible difference to the lives of disadvantaged children, vulnerable adults, and those with learning disabilities or special needs across Essex. It not only fosters creativity but also offers a lifeline to individuals and groups facing challenges that many of us cannot imagine.
Together, we can support this remarkable project and further demonstrate the positive impact of Essex Freemasonry in our local communities.”
Get involved
If you would like to donate, to help further fund this much needed incentive, please do scan the QR Code opposite or visit our donations page.
Alternatively, to learn more about this project or if you know of any local Community Groups that can benefit from our Art Therapy Books, please do contact us to enable us to help others in your area.
getstartedart@outlook.com
Visit our dedicated 'Art Therapy' Facebook Page:
Scan the QR Code or Click on the
link below.
Who we help
Hospitals, Hospices, SEN Schools, Residential Homes, Charities and Community Groups
Thousands of Art Therapy Books and Colouring Pencils have so far been distributed throughout the UK to support well over 500 different groups.
These groups range from such recognised UK causes as the NHS, Alzheimer’s Society, Dementia Care, and Age Well UK, to well known local organisations such as SNAP Charity and Changing Pathways.
Get Started Art Therapy books donated to orphanages in Senegal
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