Why art matters Our impact Our impact Paintings in Hospitals works to transform the UK's health by using art to inspire wellbeing. Our artworks and creative workshops make a difference to the lives of millions of people every year. Here's just a snapshot in numbers... 315 partnerships with care organisations We work with patients and carers in 315 care organisations, including hospitals, care homes, hospices, mental health centres, GP surgeries and SEN schools, to bring the benefits of art into their daily lives. 9,762 people benefitting from our art workshops and activities Over 9,760 patients and care staff worked with our team to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence to talk about, criticise and create art in their care environment through our arts activities. 2,173 artworks on public display Over 60% of our art collection is out on display in public care spaces, providing inspiration for patients and care staff across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We also reach many more people through our digital projects. Major new projects We partnered with Four Seasons Health Care Group for a new inclusive digital art project to bring culture and creativity into the daily lives of 8,800 residents and over 13,000 care staff of Four Seasons and brighterkind care homes. Sector advocacy and knowledge sharing We are a Strategic Alliance Member of the Culture, Health & Wellbeing Alliance, aiming to develop and promote the role of arts and culture in supporting the country’s health and wellbeing. 2,000,000 patients, carers and visitors reached Our art loans, art projects, workshops and events reached communities across the country, bringing world-class art into the lives of two million people. Find out more about our impact in cases studies of our recent work... Manage Cookie Preferences