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Fostering creativity and self-expression
Building connections between participants and caregivers
Creating safe, inclusive spaces for healing
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February 1, 2026
Good Samaritan Health & Rehab
Today, DATA visited Good Samaritan Health & Rehab and spent time painting trees and creating art with the residents 🌳 It was a meaningful time connecting with residents, getting creative, and keeping our minds active together ✨ 🎨
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January 17, 2026
Mary Queen of Angels
Today, DATA went to Mary Queen of Angels to create water lily inspired paintings. We love talking with the residents and keeping them cognitively engaged with art! 🪷🖌️
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November 15, 2025
Good Samaritan Health and Rehab
We had an amazing time creating beautiful Earth-themed paintings with residents! Watching their faces light up as they brought their artistic visions to life was truly inspiring.
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November 8, 2025
Mary Queen of Angels
What a colorful day! Residents dove into a creative adventure with crayons, watercolors, and markers, filling the room with laughter and beautiful artwork that sparked wonderful conversations.
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March 29, 2025
Mary Queen of Angels
Spring came alive through our flower painting session! Residents painted vibrant blooms while sharing stories and memories, creating a space filled with joy, creativity, and connection.
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February 9, 2025
Mary Queen of Angels
Our very first event was unforgettable! We painted together, laughed together, and were deeply moved as residents opened their hearts, sharing incredible stories and wisdom that left us all inspired.
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September 23, 2024
Vanderbilt Chapter Founded
The Dementia Art Therapy Alliance at Vanderbilt was officially established, marking the beginning of our journey to bring art, healing, and connection to those affected by dementia.

Board

Faris Abusharkh
Faris Abusharkh
Co-President &
Co-Founder
Sajjad Khobaib
Sajjad Khobaib
Co-President &
Co-Founder
Mera Ikhlaif
Mera Ikhlaif
Co-Treasurer
Kaden Shahidzadeh
Kaden Shahidzadeh
Co-Treasurer
Muska Habib
Muska Habib
Co-Session Facilitator
Heba Musa
Heba Musa
Co-Session Facilitator
Gillian Nishi
Gillian Nishi
Co-PR Chair
Batool Issa
Batool Issa
Co-PR Chair
Razil Fernandes
Razil Fernandes
Secretary
Betzy Martinez Gato
Betzy Martinez
Program Coordinator