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Altered States on ICU

Chronicling the visual hallucinations described by patients The pictures displayed were collected during the Cardiff Delirium Study, they give a unique insight into the patients’ subjective experience on the intensive care unit (ICU). Delirium is a common condition effecting about 20% of all hospital patients. Symptoms fluctuate and include poor attention, disorientation and in severe … Continue reading Altered States on ICU

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“Holding On To Hope”: Cardiff and Vale UHB to mark World Mental Health Day with a series of events and exhibitions.

With support from the Cardiff & Vale Health Charity, Cardiff and Vale UHB is delighted to be able to support a community arts project in Llantwit Major, which brings together musicians, spoken word poets and artists in support of World Mental Health day. Holding on to Hope is a series of activities held in St. … Continue reading “Holding On To Hope”: Cardiff and Vale UHB to mark World Mental Health Day with a series of events and exhibitions.

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Hearth Gallery: Summer Open Exhibition

Cardiff and The Vale University Health Board is delighted to present a Summer Exhibition of artwork from staff and members of our hospital community : an exciting, vibrant and eclectic exhibition of paintings, drawings, prints, textiles, ceramics and photography. We were supported by members of staff, patients and visitors, much enjoyed by visitors to the … Continue reading Hearth Gallery: Summer Open Exhibition

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Molly May Lewis yn cael ei phenodi’n Gydlynydd newydd Oriel yr Aelwyd

Mae tîm Celfyddydau Iechyd a Lles BIP Caerdydd a’r Fro yn falch o groesawu Molly May Lewis fel cydlynydd newydd Oriel yr Aelwyd yn Ysbyty Athrofaol Llandochau. Mae Molly’n wneuthurwr printiau ac artist cain o ddydd i ddydd ac mae wedi gweithio gyda’r tîm yn y gorffennol fel rhan o ddathliadau’r GIG yn 70 y … Continue reading Molly May Lewis yn cael ei phenodi’n Gydlynydd newydd Oriel yr Aelwyd

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Molly May Lewis appointed as new Hearth Gallery Coordinator

Cardiff and Vale UHB’s Arts for Health and Wellbeing team are delighted to welcome Molly May Lewis as the new gallery coordinator of the Hearth Gallery in University Hospital Llandough. Molly is a printmaker and fine artist by trade and has worked with the team in the past as both part of the health board’s … Continue reading Molly May Lewis appointed as new Hearth Gallery Coordinator

Improving Environments

Window down memory lane opened by muralist on University Hospital of Wales’ Ward B6

Patients on Ward B6 at the University Hospital of Wales have been treated to a trip down memory lane by artist Adele Pask who has filled with ward with colour and light in a new mural commissioned by the UHB’s Arts for Health and Wellbeing Team. One of the main priorities of Cardiff and Vale … Continue reading Window down memory lane opened by muralist on University Hospital of Wales’ Ward B6

Outside and Orchard Art

Rookwood’s patients explore a treasury of trees on the hospital grounds

Anyone who has ever visited, stayed or worked in Rookwood Hospital cannot help but have noticed the wonderful trees that grow so abundantly in the grounds. This spring a group of artists, volunteers, patients and NHS staff members took part in the ‘Through The Trees’ arts for wellbeing project, and were given the opportunity to … Continue reading Rookwood’s patients explore a treasury of trees on the hospital grounds

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Job Opportunity: Hearth Gallery Coordinator

Cardiff and Vale Health Board  are looking for a creative and Gallery co-ordinator to join our fast paced and expanding team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience within the Arts and Healthcare Sectors, including the management of budgets and significant practical experience of managing  a gallery. The post holder will be essential in the … Continue reading Job Opportunity: Hearth Gallery Coordinator