Nature provided both the materials and the inspiration when seniors at BERON Jewish Older Adult Services (JOAS) recently gathered for a creative session through Mosaic’s Brushes & Blooms program. With an assortment of green leaves in different shapes and sizes, participants found inventive ways to incorporate nature into their own artwork in this horticultural therapy session.
The seniors used leaves in unexpected ways to bring their artwork to life. Some incorporated leaves as hair in their drawings of people, while others transformed them into animals, plants and elements of nature. The hands-on project gave participants an opportunity to explore their creativity while enjoying the textures, colors and beauty of the natural world.
Brushes & Blooms is a Mosaic program that combines art and horticultural therapy to promote creativity, social engagement and emotional well-being among older adults. Programs are available for booking throughout the region. Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to inquire about funding support through Mosaic. For-profit partners are welcome to participate at a program rate. To learn more or to schedule a therapeutic gardening session, please contact office@mosaicgiving.org or (609) 916-6520.
Mosaic is dedicated to improving the quality of life for seniors in southern New Jersey, guided by the Jewish tradition of compassion and charity. Through its five pillars, Mosaic advocates for seniors, providing vital resources for Alzheimer’s and dementia care, caregiver and family support, community connection, education, and a wide range of services and programs. The foundation works to create a supportive environment for seniors and their caregivers, promoting independence and well-being in every phase of life. For more information, visit mosaicgiving.org.
