Stuck at Home
(together)
As we physically isolate ourselves due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our need for social connection to get through these uncertain and challenging times is more important than ever.
Based on a growing body of scientific research, we know creative activities help to reduce anxiety while promoting meaningful connections—even when we can’t be in the same room with each other. Our goal here is to offer a wide range of opportunities for engaging in creative expression, plus sharing and connecting with others. We’re glad you’re here!
These Sure Are Strange Days
Stuck at Home (Together) provides resources and tools to encourage creative expression and enable social connection.
As you explore the site, we hope you enjoy the many ways you can de-stress and form bonds even as we physically distance ourselves. Learn more by clicking on the video.
Please Note: This site does not address urgent mental health needs. If you are experiencing significant emotional distress, the following resources may be helpful (or click for more):
- Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), a 24-hour crisis center
- Text MHA to 741741
- Call 911 for emergencies
Stuck at Home (together)
Community Check-in
It’s important to check in with yourself to evaluate your mental and emotional health and to take the necessary steps to feel better.Â
Artist Spotlight
We are delighted to showcase British singer-songwriter, based in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Australia, Emily Maguire. Her music gives a voice to mental health issues often not talked about, in a rousing and gorgeous manner.Â
How does her work make you feel?
Lots of Ways to Creatively Connect!
Visit each section to find creative and fun ways to support your emotional and psychological well-being.
Story Share
Post your Stuck at Home Story in words or images.
Creativity Challenges
Creative activities that encourage connections with friends and family.
Double Feature
Watch short films drawn from our UnLonely Film Festival.
Words Matter
Whether reading or writing, the written word is an essential way to connect.
Go-to Playlists
Music improves moods, so help us create the playlists that elevate you!
More Resources
Know the facts and stay up-to-date with the public health issues.
Boost Your Creativity with Mindfulness
Mindfulness is the practice of focusing our attention on whatever is present, without judgment. While mindfulness is well-regarded for reducing anxiety and stress, we also recommend using the mindfulness exercises included here to prepare yourself for creative endeavors generally, as well as for the specific creative exercises on this site.
Spare Time Gems
Being Stuck at Home is giving our team a little bit of extra time to share with you items we found online that made us laugh, feel comforted, and feel connected. We will get through this together!
Family’s rendition of ‘One Day More’ from “Les Mis”
Family Lockdown Boogie
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Special Thanks
The Stuck at Home (together) initiative is partially funded through the generous support of:
Thanks to these partnering organizations:
The mission of the Foundation for Art & Healing is to promote creative arts expression as a means to improve health and well-being for individuals and communities. Our signature program, The UnLonely Project, broadens public awareness of the negative physical and mental health consequences of loneliness associated with a wide range of living conditions and circumstances while also exploring and promoting creative arts-based approaches to reduce the burden.Â
The content on this site is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.