American International Journal of Social Science

Art Activities as a Way to the Active Age
Paed Dr. Hana Stadlerová

Abstract
The paper presents partial results of an action research, which was carried out as a part of the project called “Special Art Education”. It represents the possibility of creative activities as the way of improving the quality of life stages of each individual, in this case, old age. The analysis of projects confirms the gains and benefits, especially activating creative potential of older people, but also improving their social contacts. The research also shows the requirement for the monitored group of clients to be led by an art professional.

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