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Voice Studio Expressive Arts in ACT

Voice Studio Expressive Arts in ACT. ACT Conference, Ottawa April 2010 Helen White CPRP Carlington Community Health Centre. Background. Enthusiastic, supportive Team Voice work Training in Voice Movement Therapy. History of VMT. Expressive arts therapy using the voice

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Voice Studio Expressive Arts in ACT

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  1. Voice StudioExpressive Arts in ACT ACT Conference, Ottawa April 2010 Helen White CPRP Carlington Community Health Centre "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  2. Background • Enthusiastic, supportive Team • Voice work • Training in Voice Movement Therapy "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  3. History of VMT • Expressive arts therapy using the voice • Founding father - Alfred Wolfsohn • Developed by - Paul Newham "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  4. Voice Studio • Started in September, 2008 • One facilitator and one activity assistant • Located centrally in the community • Expand social network • Open classes running continuously "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  5. Voice Studio At Carlington ACT sing • write songs • move express yourself • perform feel good • have fun! New to singing? No special talent needed. Reluctant singers welcome. Tuesdays Rideau Room, Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave Time: 1:30 – 3:00 pm For more info call Helen now 613 722-9731 ext 305 An experience perfect for people who can sing and for those who think they can’t.

  6. Objectives • improved singing voice • improved physical mobility • improvement in posture and physical fitness • increased self-esteem • increased self-confidence • improved stress reduction • improved relaxation • improved social skills and opportunity to expand social network "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  7. A Typical Class • physical warm-up/stretching • Vocal warm-ups • Breathing • Group exercise • Individual singing/reciting • Group singing/duets • Equipment "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  8. Highlights • Invitation to perform at the Volunteer Recognition Luncheon • Improvisational song writing • Group favorites/duets • Other wonderful surprises "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  9. Challenges • Transportation • Age/musical tastes • Motivation & Organization "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  10. Evaluations • Done annually to obtain client feedback • Helps to plan for future classes "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  11. Outcomes • 100% enjoyed the class • 100% Ability to use singing voice • 75% Confidence • 87% Self-expression/self awareness • 75% Improved relaxation • 62% Physical activity "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  12. Outcomes cont • 62% Relationship with ACTT workers • 75% Self-esteem • 87% Social contact • 37% Improved knowledge of community resources "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  13. Outcomes cont What did you find MOST helpful about the class? ▪ “I can be myself – it’s fun.” ▪ “That it’s open-minded.” ▪ “Able to express my feelings.” ▪ “I found it helpful to give me the ability to ‘let loose’ and enjoy myself.” ▪ “Social contact.” ▪ “I enjoy going to Voice Studio with Helen who provides transportation to and from the Bronson Centre.” ▪ “I get in touch with others who (are) not stress management.” "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  14. Unexpected Outcomes • Participants who don’t normally attend other activities • Participants who hadn’t expressed interest in music or singing "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  15. Other Comments • What would you like to tell other ACT teams about Voice Studio? • Why should other teams start a similar program? "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

  16. "Through collaborative partnerships, Carlington ACTT will support individuals in their recovery process."

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