Opening Minds through Art (OMA) Overview

Opening Minds through Art (OMA)
OMA is a unique, award-winning volunteer program that pairs adults with dementia and MC student volunteers who assist in creating a one-of-a-kind art piece. OMA enables people with dementia to assume new roles as artists and teachers and leave a legacy of beautiful artwork.

MC volunteers will receive on-campus training, then volunteer for 7 weeks at the Charles E. Smith Life Communities, a local senior community.

Requirements:
  • Must be committed to participating in the entire 8 week program.
  • No art experience necessary! Great experience for majors in health, education, psychology, sociology, and art.
  • Must be taking at least 6 credits at any MC campus
  • GPA of 2.0 or higher
Important Dates & Deadlines

Info Session:
  • Tuesday, February 5th 2-3pm Rockville Campus Center 005
Mandatory Training:
  • Tuesday, February 19th 1-4pm: Rockville Campus Center 015 (lunch provided)
Volunteer Days:
  • Every Tuesday, February 26th-April 9th 2-3:30pm: Charles E. Smith Life Communities, North Bethesda, MD
  • Transportation leaves Rockville campus 1pm and returns 4pm
Application Deadlines:
  • Monday, February 11th: Online Applications Due
  • Wednesday, February 13th: Online Background Check Due (emailed once application is received)

Question Title

* 1. Are you able to attend ALL Tuesday volunteer days February 26-April 9th, as well as the mandatory orientation on February 19th?

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