Extension
It Starts With Us
| 3045 - Arts and Community Health | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3045.2) | 3 |
Number of cross sector community coalitions in which Extension is involved |
| 3045.3) | 0 |
Number of survivors of domestic violence reporting an increase in self-confidence, resiliency, self-sufficiency or healing as a result of Restoring Hope Writing Program |
| 3045.4) | 30 |
Number of participants reporting improved knowledge, opinions, skills or aspiration regarding the effect of arts engagement on healthy aging |
| 3045.5) | 2 |
Number of healthcare providers reporting an increase in collaboration with artists, arts agencies, or artistic incorporation into their practice |
| 3045.1) | 0 |
Number of participants reporting an increase in healthy behavior due to Extension arts involvement |
Author: Anne Stephens
Major Program: Arts and Community Health
The Greenup County Crochet and Knitting Club that works with the Greenup Arts Extension Program has volunteer members who have been working at home throughout the pandemic of 2020. They continued to communicate digitally and stay creative and connected through their common interest in yarn and community service. When the restrictions allowed for an in-person work session, they respectfully complied with all rules and met at the office to plan their next project. The volunteer leader led by examp
