How do Art and Craft Sessions help brain injury survivors…
Improve cognitive abilities (memory, reasoning, logic, attention, auditory & visual processing).
Redevelop fine motor skills while doing activities, such as holding a paintbrush.
Stimulate mental and physical activity.
Explore abilities through non-verbal and verbal expression.
Learn coping strategies for potential challenges.
Express feelings about the serious emotional and physical trauma they have experienced.
Strengthen self-esteem.
Foster personal growth and wellness.
Grieve, express anger, and relieve depression.
Cope with the change from who they were before their injury.
Re-experience one’s self as a unique individual.
Accept themselves as they are now.
September 8 , 2021 – Class Session: 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm
Class Location: BIRCofWI Office 511 North Grand Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
Electrical Tape Collage
Make your own masterpiece using some simple techniques of removable painter’s tape, electrical tape, and fast-drying acrylic paints. The skies are the limit on your designs, colors, and patterns!
October 13 , 2021 – Class Session: 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm
Class Location: BIRCofWI Office 511 North Grand Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
Olive Bottle Project
Create a stunning centerpiece or light up a quiet corner. Perfect accent for any room or space
November 17, 2021 – Class Session: 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm
Class Location: BIRCofWI Office 511 North Grand Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
Christmas Gnome Door Stop
Welcome your guests with a festive stuffed little Christmas Gnome at your door. This is a fun way to get into the holiday spirit with this art project.