Belfast, Antrim, Banbridge, Craigavon & Dungannon
Helen Bell
Helen brings over a decade of experience delivering engaging, inclusive art workshops in nursing care homes, day centers, sheltered housing, private homes, community groups, and children’s events. She has witnessed the profound benefits of art for people with dementia, mental health challenges, neurodivergence, learning disabilities, social isolation, and especially those who are severely disabled or non-verbal—using it as a gentle, powerful way to express emotions, memories, and needs beyond words.
With her calm, deeply compassionate nature and extraordinary patience, Helen creates safe spaces where participants join at their own pace, ensuring no one is left out or rushed. Her keen sensitivity to subtle non-verbal cues—gestures, expressions, body language, and artistic choices—helps her build genuine, trusting relationships quickly with residents and staff alike. Carers often praise her natural “way with her” highlighting how she motivates even the most withdrawn individuals to engage and thrive where others couldn’t, while always respecting care home routines, giving thoughtful feedback, and supporting the team’s efforts. This enables truly person-centred experiences that celebrate each person’s unique strengths and bring joy, trust, and connection.
Passionate about creativity’s transformative power, Helen joined Creative Mojo—a leading UK provider of high-quality art workshops for care and community settings—to access proven resources, innovative ideas, and a supportive network while expanding her reach. She loves sparking quiet connections with vulnerable adults and the pure fun of children’s groups alike. What excites her most is delivering more uplifting, reliable sessions that enhance wellbeing across care homes, families, schools, parties, and beyond.
In her free time, Helen finds inspiration in local history, walks, and gardening—keeping her creativity and appreciation for everyday beauty alive.
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