Art Pharmacy announces Massachusetts launch of innovative healthcare program in partnership with Mass Cultural Council
Today, healthcare services business Art Pharmacy and Mass Cultural Council proudly announce the launch of the nation’s first statewide arts prescription solution, also known as arts-based social prescribing. Art Pharmacy’s services enable healthcare providers and other care team members to prescribe arts and culture participation to individuals with a range of health concerns.
Further, Art Pharmacy is thrilled to share that Mass General Brigham has joined this venture and shares Art Pharmacy’s and Mass Cultural Council’s vision of bringing this healthcare solution to the Commonwealth.
Social prescribing is the practice of referring patients to community-based resources – like arts and culture engagements – to effectively promote whole person health. Arts-based social prescribing is an effective way to support patients with mental health needs, reduce social isolation and loneliness, and promote adherence to co-morbid treatment plans.
Read the full press release article on the Mass Cultural Council website.
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