More About STAA

STAA is a team of 10 artists, specialists in different art forms. They work for STAA on a freelance basis and deliver creative sessions to the people or groups who are referred to STAA. STAA’s co-ordinator Sharon Baker manages the charity and our patron is Midlands radio celebrity and renowned local historian Professor Carl Chinn O.B.E.

Artists not Art Therapists: STAA’s artists have skills and experience in working with older people but they are not Art Therapists. They do not use psychotherapy as part of the therapeutic process.

STAA gets referrals for its services from professionals working in health and social care and from carers and people who refer themselves to STAA. Sessions are provided free of charge to individuals living in Sandwell. Groups are funded jointly through STAA and the host organisation (where the group takes place).

Funding
STAA receives its principal funding from its founder charity Sandwell Community Caring Trust. STAA currently receives a yearly grant from Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council. STAA welcomes donations to continue its valuable work.