Each day I face day and night with anxiety, anger and loneliness. I try my best to be positive around people, because I know it’s good to be around others. I love to complete colorful art projects, as it keeps
Read more48 – Sylvia Richey, Certified Peer Specialist Portrait
I am Kevin and I’ve used art as a means to make me feel good. I was taught art in high school and once, a drawing of mine was sent to the Atlanta Institute. From that moment I’ve been inspired
Read more73 – Fire & Ice
I currently live in a group home in Jackson and attend The Arc of Clarke County day rehabilitation program where I enjoy my very own art supplies. I am part of a new group which I am growing to enjoy.
Read more21 – The Beauty of Life
I am Alisa and I have intellectual disabilities and I’m not able to use my voice. I am learning how to use sign language to be able to communicate with others. I like to do art work with my classmates,
Read more100 – Follow the Lines, Catch Your Dreams
Hello, my name is Drew. My diagnosis is paranoid schizophrenia and I don’t like having this illness. I have been taking my medication since 1994 and since been stable. I do like the fact I am now able to work a
Read more78 – What Box is What?
I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder several years ago after suffering through a difficult divorce. It seems I have struggled through life for a while enduring the loss of loved ones and even jail time. Through all this I discovered
Read more87 – Desperate Gummy Bears
Hi I am Tatayana and I see death and murders and sometimes I wish I could find my dead gummy bear. It was hard to recover from their death and responsibility. I love drawing things like this, it makes me happy. Tatyana
Read more90 – Pitcher
I have schizoaffective disorder and I am 49 years old. I see and hear things. I come to Riverbend to help me cope with my illness and I also keep up with my medications so that I can remain stable.
Read more77 – Red A
I have been diagnosed with having schizoaffective disorder. I was hurt at a young age and I’ve dealt with a lot of forgetfulness with my illness. I have faced many obstacles in my life including dealing with shyness feeling awkward,
Read more20 – Untitled
My name is Kimberly. I have worked very hard to be less dependent on others. I am working on feeding myself and becoming more aware of my surroundings, people and events. I take art lessons and classes in the Art
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