The main purpose of this web resource is to support those working in the fields of health, wellbeing and the arts. This is to form partnerships, develop their practice and increase the reach of arts and cultural activities aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of people in Dorset.

The Dorset Arts and Health Network have developed a series of meetings between arts and health professionals within the Dorset Strategic Partnership (DSP). The network hold regular meetings and anyone is welcome to attend.

Members and e-Zines

We will be developing a Directory of Members. This will give access to the contact details of individuals and organisations that might be interested in collaborating with each other on projects. Members will receive regular information via an e-zine (emailed newsletter). Membership of the Directory is FREE, please see our membership terms of reference (pdf, 104kb) (opens in a new window)  for further information.

If you would like to become an Enhanced Member please download and complete the membership form (pdf, 36kb) (opens in a new window) .

If you would like to contact us about the website, the network or to be included in this Directory please email us. 

E-zines from the last quarter can be found below, if you require an edition more previous to these please contact Joanna March.

• January 2012 ezine (pdf, 265kb) (opens in a new window)
• AHDN November 2011 Ezine (pdf, 45kb) (opens in a new window)
• December 2011 Ezine (pdf, 722kb) (opens in a new window)
  

Arts and Health Southwest

Arts and Health South West (opens in a new window)  -  membership of this is also FREE!

• Local Projects

  We would like to gather information on local arts and health projects. You can download a document to fill in about your project here. Please fill it in, save it as a word document and then email it to Farrell Curran. Contact details below.

• Art Therapies

  'The Health Professions Council (HPC) is the professional organisation for health professionals including Arts Therapists. They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards for their training, professional skills, behaviour and health'

• FAQ's

  Answers to frequently asked questions.

• Minutes of Meetings

  Minutes of the Arts and Health Sub Group can be found here, and the terms of reference.

• Enhanced Membership Area

  You will need to complete an application form to sign up to access this secure area. See main Arts and Health Dorset Network page for details.

• Arts Officer
  Name: Farrell Curran
  Email: f.curran@dorsetcc.gov.uk
  Tel: 01305 224234
  Full details for Farrell Curran