Blooming Minds Club: 2023-2025 Evaluation Report

The Blooming Minds Club is an innovative project where mental health services and the arts community have come together to provide a creative space for young people attending CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services). Mental health difficulties can negatively impact many aspects of a young person‘s life including reduced quality of life, isolation and struggles to engage with everyday activities such as school. The Blooming Minds Club provides a space for young people that supports their recovery journey. Within this nurturing space young people meet others with shared experiences, they begin to make new connections and find a sense of belonging. Through the creative process they can start to take risks, try new things and find a sense of enjoyment in art making. Throughout this evaluation report you will hear testimonials from young people of the many ways that the Blooming Minds Club has positively impacted their mental health. They describe increased confidence, improved self-esteem, reduced stress and fun experiences with their peers. CAMHS clinicians view the Blooming Minds Club as a valuable resource that enhances their work with young people, supporting positive mental health outcomes.