Creating a Regional Arts Program at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Glen Ann Stoll Director of Community & Cultural Enrichment

ARMC Arts Mission By integrating the arts, we visibly demonstrate our intent to create a healing presence within our community. Taylor Backes, Boyertown, PA

Provide a source of positive distractions Add beauty, color and interest to the physical environment Foster pride in community history Create positive first impressions, with a sense of welcome ARMC Arts Program Objectives Dressler Smith Delran, NJ

Promote relaxation for patients and families Reduce the need for pain medication Become a sense of pride for employees ARMC Arts Program Objectives Deborah Aker Galloway, NJ

ARMC Arts Program Goals 1.To use evidence-based methodologies to select artwork that facilitates the healing process. 2. To provide patient- focused art experiences which promote and sustain wellness. 3. To provide a visual and cultural bridge that supports the diverse communities the hospital serves. Nancy Yarnall Von Halle Moorestown, NJ

4. To promote the arts of our region. 5. To use arts to celebrate the history, heritage and diversity of the community. 6. To have the arts support the harmony of the mind, body and spirit in the healing process. Linda Wexler, Atlantic City, NJ ARMC Arts Program Goals

Outcomes/ Status Collection of more than 1,200 pieces Qualitative studies with positive impact Corporate funding policy Donor engagement Staff/Customer feedback Community Partnerships!