
Image credit: Ian Wilson
We’re delighted to announce Connect & Create, the award-winning creative wellbeing initiative that brings people together through the transformative power of art.
Run in partnership with Southend City Council, the project offers three unique 10-week art therapy and wellbeing programmes designed to support emotional healing, self-expression, and resilience. Whether you’re navigating mental health challenges or seeking creative connection, there’s a place for you here.
Who Can Join:
We welcome adults 18+ from all backgrounds, including:
- Individuals living with dementia
- Those managing PTSD, anxiety or depression
- People experiencing grief or loss
- Those facing isolation due to age, disability or life circumstances
- Marginalised community members
Find out more about the programme HERE
Support our Work
Get in Touch:
Interested in joining us or referring someone? We’d love to hear from you.
- General Info & Referrals
📧 emma.mills@metalculture.com
📞 07918 360374
- Dementia Programme Contact
📧 ian.wilson@metalculture.com
📞 07849 542779
Donate
Become a Connect & Create Champion
Be part of something extraordinary. Join us in driving lasting change in Southend. Now, more than ever, we need your support to make this vision a reality.
DONATE HERE
If you would like to support in other ways or for more information on joining our supporters programme, please contact our Director, Southend, Andrea Cunningham on andrea@metalculture.com
As a registered charity we welcome all donations, however small or large, as they make a huge contribution to our activities.