Arts in Healthcare Training in Apalachicola February 10-12

Weems Memorial Arts in Medicine
Apalachicola Florida

Healthcare Conference will  explore the arts as a tool for reducing health disparities in rural communities

When: Wednesday-Friday, February 10-12
Where: Cotton Exchange, Apalachicola, Florida
Cost: $45

Arts in Healthcare is a rapidly growing field that integrates the arts into a wide variety of healthcare and community settings for therapeutic, educational and expressive purposes. This training program is for individuals interested in developing or participating in arts in healthcare initiatives in rural communities. Presented by leaders from the Shands Arts in Medicine and Weems Arts in Medicine programs, this training will provide participants with the skills and tools necessary for developing and sustaining arts in healthcare initiatives in rural communities. Emphasis will be placed on topics related to funding, partnerships program development and management, artist training, public relations and program assessment. Sponsored by the State of Florida Division of Cultural Affairs, Shands Healthcare, and the George E. Weems Memorial Hospital. Registration: $45.

Who should attend:

• Community leaders
• Healthcare administrators
• Healthcare professionals
• Artists
• Arts organization leaders
• Human Services professionals
• Social Services professionals
• Other community services providers

How to Register

Click here to download registration form. For more information and to register, contact Ginny Griner, Director of the Weems Arts in Medicine program, 850-653-8853 ext 106.