Wellbeing Art for Families
Course Summary
Course Code: HO5A04JO26
Start Date: Friday 13 November 2026
Start Time and Lesson Duration: 10:00 for 2.00 hours
Duration: 1 lessons over 1 week(s)
Location: Braintree Library
Fee: Free Help
Description
Explore a range of creative art activities designed to support relaxation, mindfulness, and personal wellbeing. This friendly and supportive course encourages self-expression, builds confidence, and provides time to unwind while developing artistic skills.
What is this course about?
An opportunity to spend time focussing on your wellbeing
Who is the course for?
Parents/carers and grandparents of school aged children living in Essex.
What can I expect to learn?
How to use a range of mediums and techniques to create art and craft based pieces
How will I learn?
The sessions will be facilitated by the tutor in an informal and relaxed environment at a venue local to you.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will be given tutor feedback at the end of each task. The tutor will work with you to support you with any individual issues that you may be experiencing.
Will I have to do any work at home?
This session will give you ideas of other creative activities you do at home together as a family.
What will I need to provide?
All materials will be provided. It might be useful to have an A4 folder or sketchbook to keep your work in.
Are there any other costs?
There are no extra costs associated with this course
What can I do next?
When you finish this course we will provide you with details about what programmes you can move on to next both for you as an adult and also for your family.
Further information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact ACLfamilylearning@essex.gov.uk
Location
Braintree Library
Fairfield Road
Braintree
Essex
CM7 3YL