Art of Kindness
Carya
A 5-week group designed for adults who want to explore self-expression, connection, and compassion through visual arts. Each week introduces a new art project tied to themes of kindness, both towards oneself and others. No artistic background is required.
This group emphasizes exploration over perfection, offering a safe, supportive, and playful space to reconnect with your creative side, build community, and reflect on personal growth through art.
Who Is This For?
- Adults (18+) who are:
- Interested in exploring creativity and self-expression
- Seeking connection, personal insight, and stress relief through art
Note: Free childcare available upon request.
What To Expect?
Participants can expect:
- 5 weekly sessions, each 2 hours in length
- New art projects each week, tied to a theme of kindness
- Encouraging and supporting group environment
Service available in-person at the following locations:
Village Commons
Tuesdays, Nov 18 - Dec 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Note: When booking through CCYYC, please be aware that this is an intake appointment to determine eligibility. During your intake appointment, a Carya staff member will assist in finding the next available group or recommend alternative services if a group is not currently available. This group program has a firm start date, and late entry is not permitted. If the group has already started, you will be placed on a waitlist for the next available service.
What Is The Price?
This is a free service.
What Are The Benefits?
- Opportunities to explore creativity and self-expression
- Build community and reduce isolation
- Gain personal insight and emotional release through art
- Learn and reflect on themes of kindness and connection
- A relaxing, non-judgment-free space to have fun and grow
WHAT TO EXPECT
How does it work?
Choose and book a session.
You provide brief information on this secure site. Then choose the counselling time that works for you.
Receive Confirmation.
You will receive an email confirmation. At your appointment time, the counsellor will call you.
Your Counselling Session.
One 45-90-minute counselling session may be enough to address your needs. Other support options can also be discussed during your session.
Fee Structure
Community Connect YYC is committed to ensuring community members get the help they need when they need it, with as few barriers as possible, including finances. Some services found on the site are offered at no cost, some on a sliding scale basis, and others with a model that allows you to choose your own session fee. Every partner organization ensures that finances will never get in the way of accessing the service you need. For more information on the specific fee model of the service you selected, please review the service description or speak to the service provider with whom you book.
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