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ARTS SAVING HEARTS
Projets Completed
Arts Saving Hearts is a non-profit organization dedicated to mental wellness support to create meaningful change in the world.
Over the past several years, we have completed a number of important projects, including providing education, tools, therapy, sustainable skills, calming devices to underserved communities to promote mental wellness.
Read more to find out how we are working to make the world a better place.
Throughout the year we launch campaigns to provide a holistic approach to mental well being.
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One of the porter said “ Now I can do my job peacefully with one less worry”
Using the right gear for the job is important because it can help to ensure safety , efficiency, mentally empowering as it allows you to feel confident and capable in your ability to complete the task/goals.
Shoe and Jacket collection stations are established in Bay Area to ship safety footwear for porters.
Partnership with Plaza Chiropractic & Massage Therapy
How massage can affect your brain chemistry - Dr. Max Lippman
Beyond its soothing effects, massage therapy has proven to be a powerful tool for enhancing brain chemistry, offering substantial improvements for conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and insomnia. Research-backed percentages of improvement in neurotransmitter levels for each of these conditions, demonstrating how massage therapy can be a game-changer.
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Teach a skill to empower children
Empowering Youth with Hearing Impairment: The Role of Employable Skills in Mental Wellness
Teaching employable skills to youth with hearing impairment is more than job training; it's a catalyst for mental wellness. These skills instill confidence, enhance communication, provide financial independence, and promote inclusion, ultimately fostering a sense of well-being and empowerment.
Partnership with Edgewood Center for Children & Families
Unlocking Healing & Resilience:
The Psychology of Expressive Art Therapy for Children with PTSD
The act of creating art provides a safe space for them to explore their feelings, regain a sense of control, and build resilience. It offers a voice to the silent struggles within, ultimately contributing to their psychological well-being and recovery.
Sanitation, Hygiene And Empowerment Project for the Girl Child
We partnered with SEWA.usa
on SHE-CAF Campaign 2022
Thousands of women and adolescent girls in remote villages in India need access to toilets in their homes and at schools. Many teenage girls drop out of school due to a lack of sanitation facilities. Sewa, through its Sanitation, Hygiene, and Empowerment Project for the Girl Child (SHE) program, is building school toilets. Educating children on sanitation and hygiene and providing reusable Sanitary Napkins has also been a part of the SHE initiative.
At Contra Costa county schools
We supplied sensory tools/toys for elementary kids.
This helps in calming kids and helps them focus in class enabling them to learn.
In today's fast-paced world, it's essential to nurture the mental wellness of our children. Kids, especially those with ADHD, often struggle to find inner peace and focus in school. Sensory toys have proven to be a valuable tool in helping children navigate the challenges they face daily.
For children with ADHD, the classroom can be an overwhelming environment. Sensory toys are designed to engage multiple senses, providing a calming and soothing effect. These toys come in various forms, from stress balls to fidget spinners and textured fabrics. They encourage tactile exploration, which is particularly beneficial for kids with ADHD.
The tactile sensation offered by sensory toys can help children manage restlessness and anxiety, two common challenges for those with ADHD. These toys provide an outlet for excess energy, allowing kids to release built-up tension in a non-disruptive manner.
Moreover, sensory toys can also help children focus better in the classroom. By offering a safe and non-distracting way to channel their energy, kids can pay more attention to their lessons. This increased focus can lead to better academic performance, improved self-esteem, and a happier learning experience.
Incorporating sensory toys into the daily routine of kids with ADHD is a small but impactful step towards enhancing their mental wellness. These tools offer a means to calm, soothe, and regain control, empowering children to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
The Power of Gratitude in Boosting Mental Wellness
Held several letter-writing events at various locations in different cities giving our community to express gratitude.
Sometimes, it's the simplest gestures that have the most profound impact. When we express gratitude, we're not just saying "thank you" – we're sending a powerful message to our minds.
For veterans, this can be particularly meaningful. A simple "thank you for your service" can go a long way in boosting their mental wellness. Gratitude psychology tells us that when we focus on the positive aspects of life, we create a ripple effect of positivity in our minds.
Art & Literature Competition
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Empathize to Empower
If you have contributed art pieces to this fundraiser, bought any pieces, or are simply interested in what we are doing, please consider checking out the Sewa Empathize to Empower Art and Literature competition. The mission of this competition is to provide a platform for artists and writers of all ages to showcase their work while raising money to support communities in need during these times. All money collected from this competition as well as any additional donations will go towards wellness support and SEWA projects. Additionally all submissions will be a part of a published e-book series with the goal of displaying the amazing work to illustrate this year.
Partnership with Plaza Chiropractic & Massage Therapy
Plaza Chiropractic and Massage Therapy partners with Arts Saving Hearts to improve mental health and well-being in the community
Plaza Chiropractic and Massage Therapy, led by Dr. Lippman, has joined forces with Arts Saving Hearts in a powerful partnership aimed at enhancing mental health and well-being within the local community. With a patient-first and holistic approach, Dr. Lippman's practice has been serving the Danville, San Ramon, Alamo, and Tri-Valley, California area with exceptional care since 2010.
Recognizing the need for more accessible mental health services for students, Bilva connected with Dr. Lippman. Both individuals share a common belief in the therapeutic benefits of chiropractic care for addressing mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Inspired by Bilva's commitment and community-focused vision, Dr. Lippman enthusiastically agreed to collaborate with Arts Saving Hearts.
As part of their collaboration, Dr. Lippman not only offers discounted rates to individuals referred by ArtsSavingHearts.com, a portion of the proceeds go to Arts Saving Hearts, serving the local community and addressing wellness support among youth in various local schools.
Partnership with Edgewood Center for Children and Families
It may look like a craft class, but art therapy is a serious technique that uses the creative process to help improve the mental health of clients. Art therapy can be used on children and adults to treat a wide range of emotional issues, including anxiety, depression, family and relationship problems, abuse and domestic violence, and trauma and loss. Commonly found in hospitals and community centers, art therapy programs are based on the belief that the creative process is healing and life-enhancing. As they paint or draw, a skilled therapist can use the client's works of art and their approach to the process as springboards to help them gain personal insight, improve their judgment, cope with stress, and work through traumatic experiences.
Donated shoes to prevent frostbites
Donating over 100 pairs of shoes prevented at least 100 sherpas from getting Frostbites & enabling a sustainable lifestyle
Teach a skill to empower kids
Provided Sewing machines & instructions to hearing impaired kids to develop skills towards employment opportunity.
Donated clothes to Orphanage
Donate clothes to Orphanage in India
