Art Can Heal

Coconut Telegraph

At the Child Protection Center (CPC), therapists believe in speaking to children through many “languages” including art, music, play writing, therapeutic games and cognitive processing. Art is a wonderful tool that helps CPC’s therapists see into the world of an abused child. A child can express feelings through art when they may not have the words. With 5,000+ hours of therapy offered annually, CPC’s art supply depletes quickly. CPC is looking for donations of paper, various paints and brushes, canvas tablecloths, protective rubber floor mats and adult/child smocks to supply 10 therapy rooms in four locations. The donations from the Sarasota community would assist the CPC and its therapy efforts.

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