ACA Arts & Wellness Academy
Professional Development
Details
| Deadline | September 5, 2025 |
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| Sponsor | Atlantic Center for the Arts |
| Location | 1414 Art Center Ave., New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168 , FL |
Description
Professional development that connects the arts to community health.
In 2012, Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA) established its cutting-edge Arts & Wellness initiative that reaches out to all generations by connecting community health to the arts. With generous support from foundations and donors, ACA is at the forefront of producing innovative resources in the field of arts and health. With initial support from the National Center for Creative Aging, ACA has expanded its Arts & Wellness initiative to serve the needs of the Central Florida community. These programs improve mental and physical health, offer creative solutions to overcome age and disability discrimination, prevent loneliness and isolation, and support healthy living from a holistic perspective. ACA works with a dedicated team of community artists, music therapists, art therapists, and volunteers to establish ongoing dynamic programs to increase the health and wellness of elders, caregivers, veterans, active adults, youth, and artists. These Arts & Wellness ambassadors advocate for accessibility and inclusion by supporting people of every generation to explore their “inner artists” and learn from one another.
Participants will learn:
The ACA Five Phases of an Arts & Wellness Experience (guiding method for facilitating creative group connection).
How to design programs for diverse audiences and facilitate arts experiences in wellness.
How facilitators can enhance listening skills to create a restorative setting.
Ways to offer creative tools for resilience.
Approaches to reframe challenges as opportunities.
The cyclical process of integrating research and mentorship into programs for your community.
The ACA Arts & Wellness Academy Retreat includes access to all presentations (and online curriculum), experiential workshops, networking opportunities, 3 nights accommodation and healthy meals by Chef Morgan Coppola at the tranquil ACA Main Campus in New Smyrna Beach. Cost is $625.
How to Participate
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aca-arts-wellness-academy-tickets-1225008837409?aff=oddtdtcreator
This opportunity has been submitted by Eve Payor. The listing of the opportunity does not imply endorsement by the Division of Arts and Culture or the Department of State. Contact Atlantic Center for the Arts with questions or for more information.
