The Psych Ward Greeting Cards program makes it easy for empathic and compassionate people to let patients in the psychiatric unit know that people, even strangers, care about them and support them. It is a ForLikeMinds program created and managed by Katherine Ponte. Recently, Buffalo artist Barbara Murak has brought this program to Buffalo!

During this workshop, participants will make cards to be shared in local hospitals and metal health facilities. The workshop leader will help guide you toward helpful themes and messages to share with recipients.

Sharing a card can have a wonderful impact on a patient at their lows—offering help, encouragement, and hope. More than 80% of former psychiatric unit patients surveyed said receiving a "get well soon" card would have helped their recovery.

SKILLS NEEDED:
Beginners welcome. No previous skills are required. Participation is free and all supplies will be provided.

INSTRUCTOR:
Barbara Murak holds an M.S. in Creative Art Therapy. She is currently an Artist-in-Residence at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, where she creates artwork bedside with patients or in waiting areas with family and caregivers to help relieve their stress and anxiety. Many projects involve textile arts with several patient-made quilts currently hanging in the hospital.

SUSTAINABILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is committed to fostering sustainability practices and reducing waste in the textile industry. In this workshop, we will strive to minimize waste and work as much as possible with supplies that have been rescued for reuse.

INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is an ADA compliant facility, with accessible entrances, tables, restrooms, and drinking fountains. Please contact us if you require any accommodations to make your visit safe and comfortable. We are happy to work with you!

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Due to the nature of this class and the preparation required, class fees are non-refundable.

For each class, Stitch Buffalo offers one seat at half-price to a student or community member who otherwise could not afford to attend. To inquire about availability, please e-mail us. We have waiting lists for many classes, so if you register for this discounted class, please consider it a commitment to attend.

SUSTAINABILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is committed to fostering sustainability practices and reducing waste in the textile industry. In this workshop, we will strive to minimize waste and work as much as possible with supplies that have been rescued for reuse.

INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is an ADA compliant facility, with accessible entrances, tables, restrooms, and drinking fountains. Please contact us if you require any accommodations to make your visit safe and comfortable. We are happy to work with you!

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Due to the nature of this class and the preparation required, class fees are non-refundable.

For each class, Stitch Buffalo offers one seat at half-price to a student or community member who otherwise could not afford to attend. To inquire about availability, please e-mail us. We have waiting lists for many classes, so if you register for this discounted class, please consider it a commitment to attend.