My CARE Initiative

There is a positive connection between art and mental health—artistic activities such as sculpting, painting, or drawing are known to lower stress levels and promote mental calmness. Creating art takes your mind off of your everyday life and provides a relaxing distraction. Worries are set aside as you focus on the detail of the art you are creating. The benefits of this mental relief is one reason why art therapy is used to treat PTSD.

“Giving back to our communities is especially important during the holidays, but it is a good reminder to integrate it into our lives year-round,” says Darcey Meridith, Vice President of Child Services at Centerstone. The holidays are best celebrated by surrounding yourself with people you feel the most connected to, whether that is family, friends, or your community.

A community gathering for the sharing of stories of empowerment through storytelling, song, and poetry

Tuesday, May 3, 7-8:30PM EST
Join us via Facebook Live, Instagram Live
and Zoom

On Sunday, October 3, 2021 we filled 60 EmPOWer Packs backpacks. Thank you for your support of our event!

See photos of the event by clicking the button below.

"New research reveals that the arts may prime our neural circuitry for a broad range of activities, boosting crucial cognitive and social skills like spoken and written language, focus, self-control, and empathy."

Watch our 2020 video—a celebration of storytelling, music, and art to promote healing and growth