What we do
Havens

Inspiring art installations, quiet gardens or even a hidden nook to claim as their own, these are the havens of NHS Lothian staff. Through interviews and portraits, find out more about these havens and the impact they have on wellbeing.

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Nature Bathing at East Lothian Community Hospital

Find out more about our double award-winning holistic and pioneering art and environment strategy at East Lothian Community Hospital in Haddington

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Join our Network

Our network offers a great opportunity for staff to engage with, and contribute to, the creative enhancements and activities at their NHS Lothian site.

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Keep up to date with what's happening in our Tonic Arts programme, projects and upcoming events.

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About us
Case Study: Nature Bathing

Drawing on elements of nature can quickly take you out of a clinical space, which can feel confined or detached from the outside world. Viewing nature via artistic representations can promote restoration, significantly improve mental health and reduce stress or anxiety

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Case Study: Context and Place

A community hospital like East Lothian Community Hospital is a hub, a nerve centre for local people, responding to and tending to their needs. The art and design programme took inspiration from the site, the surrounding landscapes and the local people.

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News from our Tonic Arts Programme

12 April, 2021

Tonic Arts launches Common Thread staff Covid films

A series of nine short films was created and showcased by 25 NHS Lothian staff members, celebrating the skills, dedication and creativity of NHS Lothian staff.

Tiled Corridor © Frances Priest, photo by Shannon Tofts Photgraphy

7 February, 2021

Award-winning Tonic Arts receives four highly commende…

The Building Better Healthcare Awards celebrate outstanding achievements and innovation in healthcare and recognise the people leading the way across the sector.