STAAs Philosophy

STAA aims to enrich the quality of life and enhance the well being of older people by providing positive arts experiences that stimulate ideas and creativity.

STAA believes that engaging in a creative activity brings benefits to the persons involved such as promoting feelings of self esteem and well being.

STAA believes that all people have the right to have the creative, spiritual and social aspects of their lives valued and encouraged to grow. STAA believes that whatever the long term benefits of creative intervention it is still valid for a person to experience a pleasant and enjoyable activity for its own sake, for the pleasure of doing it.

STAA promotes the use of the arts as a therapeutic tool for healing for all with mental health needs.

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