A series of exploration about co-production in public services. In this episode we hear from Suze Dempsey Sawin, producer and project manager in the field of socially engaged arts, and Jo Marsh, Creative Director at Ty Pawb in Wrexham, who discuss how co-production can be used to develop genuine and authentic participation with audiences, and […]
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Arts and creativity

A useful guidebook explaining the journey taken by 3 people to help others, with case studies, anecdotes and great material to kick-start Person Centered Creativity – PCC, in your own setting. Available from Amazon via the link below:
Wellbeing Our Way

It’s a busy time for pharmacies. Many of us are turning to pharmacies for something to fight off seasonal sniffles, or to help with New Year’s resolutions, like losing weight or quitting smoking. But it’s also an interesting time for the community pharmacy landscape in general, with debates currently underway about the future role of pharmacies […]
Green and social prescribing

Why social prescriptions are just what the doctor ordered Social prescriptions, from fishing to knitting groups, are helping patients back on to the road to recovery – Guardian article http://www.theguardian.com/society/2013/nov/05/social-prescribing-fishing-group-doctor-ordered Use the arts to boost the nation’s health This article details a range of creative ‘social prescription’ initiatives to improve health and wellbeing. A number of […]