Set up in 2014 PATV provides free art classes in Romsey for people living in the Test Valley area. Patients are referred by their GP or social prescriber.  We have seen outstanding benefits to people with mild depression, anxiety and social isolation. Many of our patients continue to attend our follow on groups and some have gone on to be volunteers.

these are some of the testimonials we have received from patients who have attended

The art sessions have touched on things I might have been ignoring, in the sensethat I found myself exploring ignored things after the sessions. Grateful for the opportunity.

The regular breathing space has been invaluable. I have enjoyed discovering new mediums 

You do a good job of making us feel special.

I have enjoyed and benefitted from my art sessions.

The sessions have helped much more than I expected. Left each sessionfeeling much happier and calmer. Generally, less stressed during the week, 

inspired me to start doing art at home again and take time for myself.

I liked everyone in my group, and they were lovely people

Much more optimistic about life and calmer with the knowledge I have a new coping mechanism.

Have noticed I am less sick in the mornings and the only thing that haschanged is the art sessions. Thank you