Find your nearest Creative Mojo representative

Creative Mojo Birmingham

Fiona Trice

Hi, my name is Fiona.

I am a 22 year old with a passion for all things creative. As well as drawing and making crafts my whole life, I have previous experience with A Levels in art and graphics, as well as a graphic design job and various painting classes under my belt. I have been working as an activities coordinator at a care home that specialises in dementia and behaviour that challenges and i love making a difference in peoples lives with arts and crafts. I understand both the staff and the residents points of view so each class will be the best it can be. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions about what I can do and how I can help your home and loved ones.

07909 757468

fiona.trice@creativemojo.co.uk

Axminster

Covering Axminster, Dawlish, Sidmouth, Exmouth and Newton Abbot

Bel McDonald

Hi, I’m Bel,

I am a qualified primary school teacher and have taught in both mainstream and specialist schools. I have worked in a variety of care roles with people with physical disabilities and those with profound and multiple learning disabilities. I am also a carer for my adult son who has Down’s syndrome and autism.

Before becoming a franchisee for Creative Mojo I was a co-ordinator of a small charity that offered training and practical support to parent carers. Unfortunately I was made redundant when the charity closed and I never thought I’d find another job that I loved quite as much. Creative Mojo is perfect for me and allows me to incorporate my previous work experience with my love of being creative. I feel privileged  to be able to help a variety of people create art and have fun. The satisfaction I get from seeing the joy on people’s faces when they see what they have created is priceless.

07522 421735

bel@creativemojo.co.uk

South Glasgow, Kilmarnock & Ayr

Janet Morton

Hi, I’m Janet,

Having worked in Retail Visual Display all my working life, dressing shop windows and setting up new stores, covered numerous jobs from wallpapering, painting, dressing mannequins, making scenery for fashion shows so I consider myself to have a really good eye for the creative side. I wanted to take this creative ability and put it to good use on my next journey, so it seemed like working in the care industry helping those who need it the most to benefit from what being creative can offer.

07974 034291

janet@creativemojo.co.uk

Teignmouth, Torquay & Torbay

Colette Neave

Hi I’m Colette,

I’ve worked for Creative Mojo in an office capacity for the last 7 months and have loved it so much I’ve decided to get my own franchise! I’ve had a range of experience with the elderly, in particular people with Dementia; assisting them on their journey and being able to support them is the most rewarding feeling.

I do a lot of arts and crafts in my spare time with my daughter, who shares my love for all things creative – even if she expresses it by painting all over our walls at home!

The classes are so much fun, and giving people the opportunity to express themselves regardless of ability is one of the reasons I enjoy visiting care homes so much – the residents sense of pride at finished pieces and seeing what they’ve achieved individually and as a group is incredibly important for their wellbeing, and I’m proud to be a part of that.

07534 043508

colette@creativemojo.co.uk

York, Beverley, Hull & Surrounds

Also covering Selby, Bridlington and Goole

Dawn Kay

Hi, I’m Sandra,

I have worked in care homes felicitating art for 10 +years. I am experienced in working with adults with dementia and complex needs including challenging behaviour.

My background stems from working as a fashion and textile designer and I have extensive knowledge in all art techniques and mediums. I have found my passion in assisting individuals to express their creativity.

Give me a call if you have any creative needs in your care home.

07957 343449

sandra@creativemojo.co.uk

St Neots & Hitchin

Mandy OMahony

Hi I’m Mandy,

I am a qualified teacher and Play/Creative arts therapist with additional training in working with autism and dementia. I also have many years of experience working in a variety of care/support roles including both community and residential settings for adults with learning disabilities and complex mental health needs.

Creative Mojo provides a perfect opportunity to combine all the skills and experience gained over the years with a passion for encouraging everyone to be creative in a way that supports their individual interest and abilities.

It is a real privilege to be able to see the boost to confidence and emotional well-being that engaging in creative activities can bring and I am passionate about finding ways to be as person centred and inclusive as possible.

07432476142

mandy@creativemojo.co.uk

Chichester, Portsmouth & Surrounding Areas

Kym Devine

Hi, I’m Kym,

I love being part of the Mojo family and the joy of working with and encouraging individuals of all abilities and backgrounds to explore their own creativity. I’ve always enjoyed art and creating but my past experience working in the charity sector managing day services, training as a person centred counsellor and as a dementia care trainer have also been invaluable in my role as a Mojo facilitator. I love that our art groups have an amazing way of not only helping individuals express themselves, whether through an intricate dragonfly detail on a shape or through delicate dots and patterns on a leaf, but also connecting them with others; building their confidence and helping them feel valued. While I’ve learnt that no two groups are the same there are always some constants – each individual’s joy and pride in creating …

Why not find out more about what i’ve been up to on my Mojo journey so far by viewing my focus page:

07539 225144

kym@creativemojo.co.uk

Stafford & Cannock

Jan & Becky

Hi, we are Jan and Becky (Mum and Daughter),

We have always enjoyed arts and crafts in its many forms, from silversmithing, clay, felting, willow weaving and painting to name but a few. We have experienced the benefits that arts & crafts can bring to help people feel included and gain a sense of wellbeing regardless of age or ability. It is a form of relaxation that brings many benefits and we feel that sharing our passion with others will bring a new dimension to their day.

Being a creative mojo representative is a very fulfilling way to enjoy our life long joint passion of hobbies, whilst meeting lots of new people, encouraging and inspiring them to experience the benefits of arts and crafts.

We are both currently studying for a dementia care level 2 qualification too.

07508 155906

janandbecky@creativemojo.co.uk

Hull & District

Dawn Kay

Hi, I’m Sandra,

I have worked in care homes felicitating art for 10 +years. I am experienced in working with adults with dementia and complex needs including challenging behaviour.

My background stems from working as a fashion and textile designer and I have extensive knowledge in all art techniques and mediums. I have found my passion in assisting individuals to express their creativity.

Give me a call if you have any creative needs in your care home.

07957 343449

sandra@creativemojo.co.uk

Bishops Stortford

Claire Stallan

Hi I’m Claire,

After leaving my secretarial job at a Stockbroker’s in London when I had my children, I began working at a local primary school which enabled me to be back in the workplace whilst still being able to be a full-time Mum – the holidays were an added bonus!

I began as a mid-day assistant and 10 years ago became a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). The latter enabled me to take classes on my own and because of my love of art and craft I was always given the art and DT topics to do, which I and the children thoroughly enjoyed.  During my time at the school I had contact with many children with learning difficulties and autism, in particular working 1:1 with a child who had Down’s Syndrome, being involved with the planning of his lessons to enable him to access the curriculum – albeit at a much lower level.  This was very rewarding and although I stopped working with him once he went to secondary school, myself and another support assistant were invited to his 18th birthday party!

As both my children are now establishing their own careers, I decided it was time for a change. Creative Mojo has given me that opportunity whilst still being involved with arts and crafts. What more could I ask for!

I have now gone from working with the young, to the elderly.  It feels great to be able to give something back, re-kindle hidden creativity, turn “I can’t do it” into “I did it” and see smiling happy faces even just for a short time.

07745 309697

claire.stallan@creativemojo.co.uk

Eastbourne & Surrounding Area

Covering Bexhill, Horam, Hailsham, Herstmonceux, East Dean, Stone Cross, Ashburnham, Hellingly, Heathfield and all in-between!

Fiona Miller

Hi I’m Fiona,

My passion for art and creativity, coupled with my love of helping and enabling others are what lead me to become a Creative Mojo.

Art and creativity can be a wonderful communicator and can help us express non verbal emotions and feelings, enabling us to connect with a special part of ourselves, where we can find peace in a busy world.

Facilitating this inclusive and happy art is a privilege. Helping others grow in confidence, self belief and reconnecting to the simple pleasure of creativity, is wonderful to be part of.

07969377001

fiona@creativemojo.co.uk

Manchester West

Sarah Keeler Dawson

Hi, I’m Sarah,

Since 2015 I’ve been lucky enough to work within the learning disability community, in residential and supported living homes and with community groups, teaching arts and crafts. Alongside this I have also worked in hospitals with patients suffering from mental ill health and with individuals with autism and dementia as well as hearing and visual impairments.

I have a degree in Fine Art and over recent years I have completed extra courses in dementia and safeguarding.

Being part of Creative Mojo means I have the opportunity to use creativity to help people which makes me very happy.

07870 503673

sarahkd@creativemojo.co.uk

Glasgow & Clyde

Lucy Cook

Hi I’m Lucy,

I truly believe that everyone can be creative and that actively engaging in visual arts and crafts is hugely beneficial to the well being of the elderly and vulnerable people that Creative Mojo connects with.

I had wanted to ‘do art’ full time for a number of years(I’m a trained chef)and Creative Mojo has opened that opportunity.
I have experience in delivering community classes with mental health clients and qualifications in Further and Adult Education,safeguarding,bereavement counselling and health and safety.I work one day a week in a social enterprise cafe that supports people with autism,learning disabilities and former addicts giving them valuable work experience.

Creative acts feed our souls and inspire others and it is thrilling  to see the surprise and pleasure when you show the clients their finished project.

“Yes! You created that. Yes you can”.

07715 944709

lucy@creativemojo.co.uk

Central Scotland

Gail Wright

Hi I’m Gail,

After 27 years of running my Health Food Shop, I felt the time was right to try something different. I’ve loved every minute of it, but I wanted to do something that gave me more flexibility. I’ve always been interested in art and creativity, but I just didn’t have much spare time for it.

The chance to be part of Creative Mojo came up, and I knew it was perfect for me.
Being able to help people, by bringing enjoyment to their day by being creative is so rewarding!
I’m so excited to have started, and I look forward to meeting you soon!

07779241920

gail@creativemojo.co.uk

Chester, Wrexham & Flintshire

Chester, Wrexham & Flintshire

Hi I’m Sue

I’ve always been a people person and very at ease chatting to people and have always been driven with creative ideas. . After 40 years of Quality management jobs in the Food Industry and on the back of redundancy last year, I finally decided I wanted to do something completely different that would make my heart sing in the morning and do something really worthwhile helping bring joy, happiness and coaching to others in the community, whilst giving me the flexibility to work when I wanted to.

Having nursed my elderly mum through dementia and the heart break of losing her to a stroke had given me a passion to work with the elderly and those vulnerable groups with learning difficulties. Creative Mojo dropped into my facebook page in January at the right time and I was instantly drawn to wanting to work for them bringing craft to care homes and interacting with both the Elderly and Young.

My greatest joy is when I hear young and old say they can’t paint – I’m not creative / I can’t do that’ and then at the end of the class after some encouragement we produce our communal work of art with contributions from all the residents.. they always look wonderful and the residents and staff always looked surprised and pleased at the same time at what they have contributed to.

Combine this with lots of chatting and singing while we paint and lots of happy smiling residents, I can’ think of a better way to spend my time. I’m really excited and looking forward to bringing more Creative Mojo classes to Care home residents all over Flintshire, Chester and Wrexham areas in the coming months.

07702223765

sue@creativemojo.co.uk

North West London

Paloma Ibarra

Hi, i’m Paloma,

After many years working in an office I decided to change my life 360 degrees and work for something that I’m passionate about and makes myself and other people happy.

After some research I found Creative Mojo, I have always been interested in Art and Craft but I didn’t have courage enough to convert a hobby in my passion and my job.

I’m a very responsible, caring, happy, patient and creative person that makes me the perfect person to provide a quality class.
I have always felt I was good at helping vulnerable people and try to make a smile on the faces of everyone I work with. I am a very positive person with lots of energy and I try to bring these qualities to the classes, providing an amazing atmosphere with which all the residents are involved, creating a connection in between the teacher and the person who take the class.

Why not get in touch to try a session, either call me by phone or drop me an email.

07579 762112

paloma@creativemojo.co.uk

Plymouth & Tavistock

Shiva King

Hi, I’m Shiva,

People smiling after achieving a result they think is impossible; simple ideas made into something wonderful, are my greatest motivators. Creative Mojo gives me the opportunity to do this every day.

Before Creative Mojo I had over seven years of teaching experience, predominantly in special needs settings, where I enjoyed sharing my love of science, art and crafts, and exploration.  I believe that interactive choices and empowering others to be confident are crucial to learning.   I have experience working with children with difficult behaviours, ASD, and learning difficulties, and have also cared for two family members who had vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s.

My training background includes courses in de-escalation techniques, safeguarding, health and safety, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and supporting inclusion.

I appreciate the many outdoor activities living in Devon provides, including hiking and swimming in the sea.  I think it’s important to take advantage of this beautiful area of the UK and I enjoy doing this with my dog Pip.  Art and craft are also a great outlet for me.  For many years wood carving and painting have been a passion of mine, but I now spend most of my spare time creating smiles with my needle felted creatures; running workshops and attending local craft fairs.

07932796079

shiva@creativemojo.co.uk

Salisbury & District

Areas also include Amesbury, Trowbridge, Melksham, Devizes & Shaftesbury.

Karen Shearing

Hi, I’m Karen,

I am lucky enough to have over 10 years’ experience of working within the learning disability community, in residential and supported living homes and at a local social centre. Alongside this I have also worked with individuals with autism, dementia as well as hearing and visual impairments.

I regularly undertake the normally training requirements of a support worker and over recent years I have completed extra courses in autism, dementia and safeguarding. I have a working knowledge of Makaton and the use of other non-verbal communication.

I have a lifelong passion for anything crafty and like nothing better than sharing this with others.

07540335097

karen@creativemojo.co.uk

Hastings & Ashford

Lucinda Morris

Hi I’m Lucinda,

I’ve always had an interest in being creative and crafting. After many years in accountancy I finally decided to do something I really enjoy and gave up accountancy to concentrate on a multitude of craft activities.

Creative Mojo has given me the opportunity to combine my love for crafting with my desire to help others get pleasure out of achieving and enjoying something creative. I am great believer that crafting can help improve your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and can think of nothing better than being able to share this with others.

07772 749087

lucinda@creativemojo.co.uk

Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend, Swansea & Llanelli

Jenny Ross

Hi, I’m Jenny,

Ever since I can remember I have loved painting and creating my own masterpieces, mainly through furniture painting and large murals whilst living in Spain. Over the years I have had so many opportunities to accomplish my desire of working with art whilst running my own business.

I have gained so much experience from nursing, caring for the elderly and disabled, to social work, working alongside families whose children had learning disabilities. As Part of my community work over the years, I have set up groups within South Wales and have been able to combine and utilise all of my skills.

Becoming a carer to a child with a learning disability has given me the desire to be creative and help give people an opportunity to fully engage in creating something beautiful. Thanks to Creative Mojo I once again have an opportunity to bring a little sunshine to other people’s lives.

07462183006

jenny@creativemojo.co.uk

Winchester, Basingstoke & Newbury

Shell Rose-Lyons

Hi, I’m Shell

I live in Winchester with my husband and 2 children, when my 1st child was born I knew that it was time to move away from my career in finance and concentrate on something more fulfilling. I started my own wedding cake business and realised how important being creative was for me.  To encourage myself to continue incorporating creativity in my career I also become a fully qualified nail technician. I joined Creative Mojo because I think that expressing yourself creatively is incredibly important. I truly believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to create their own art. I am passionate about helping people express themselves creatively and Creative Mojo is the perfect way for me to do this.

07506976235

shell@creativemojo.co.uk

Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth & Lichfield

Debra Jelfs

Hi, I’m Debra,

I have a wealth of experience working with people with learning difficulties. I had four years as a community nursery nurse running groups and child and as a parent/carer support in a health centres and homes.
Also 12 years in main stream primary education including supporting children on the Autism spectrum and with challenging behaviour. I helped to provide self esteem through confidence groups, introduced mindfulness to reduce anxiety and supporting through challenging life events i.e. bereavement, bullying family break downs.

I have used art to support pupils to gain positive outcomes and love art and crafts in general in many guises personally including making items to sell.

I have Level 3 Autism qualifications and a Level 4 preparing to teach certificate. I am also senior Playworker at an infant school where I’ve created a drawing group and run art and crafts making table sessions.

I am in the process of beginning a Level 2 Dementia care qualification. I have experience in BSL & Makaton signing too.

07936 566367

debra@creativemojo.co.uk

Kings Lynn & District

Also covering Heacham, Hunstanton, Wisbech, Downham Market, Swaffham, Dereham, Watton, Thetford, Sheringham, Eye and Long Sutton

Mary-Rose & Darren Upton

Hi, We’re Mary-Rose and Darren,

I am an art-graduate and qualified specialist teacher assistant. I gained experience in Norfolk schools, both main stream and disability, and have worked with all ages and abilities, doing a range of activities at my local church.  My husband Darren is a detailed portrait artist. He has eight years experience supporting his severely disabled step-son, and several months living with, and caring for, is eighty-seven year old mother-in-law. He also has friends with disabilities that he helps to train at the gym, so has had good experience providing care and assistance in this area.

07486 035655

mary-rose@creativemojo.co.uk

Shrewsbury & Telford

Also covering Oswestry, Market Drayton, Bridgnorth & Ludlow

Barbara Fenby

Hi, I’m Barbara,

I have had over 10 years experience in the care industry, have qualifications in Health & Social Care, Working with Individuals with a Learning Disability as well as in Mental Health Awareness. I love working with people and to be able to use one of my biggest passions which is art & crafts is something that I feel very privileged to be able to do. I have an up-to-date DBS & am currently undertaking courses in Dementia Awareness & Autism.

07540620089

barbara@creativemojo.co.uk

North Leeds & Harrogate

Also covering Shipley & Wetherby

Ann James

Hi, I’m Ann,

My background is in art – I studied Illustration for my degree, specialising in mixed media work combining painting, drawing and collage. After graduating I started working for my local Community Arts organisation, running art and craft workshops with a diverse range of community groups. I also started running art classes for elderly people in care homes and sheltered housing. I found this to be a profoundly rewarding experience – I loved building up relationships with residents and helping them find their own creativity and enjoyment, regardless of their previous art experience or their physical and mental abilities.

I’ve been raising my young children for the last few years and have enjoyed lots of fun and imaginative art sessions with them! In stepping back into the world of work, I was keen to combine my love of art and creative expression with the desire to do something that directly helped others and so when I learnt about Creative Mojo I jumped at the chance.

I firmly believe that art and craft practice can help us be fully mindful and present in the moment, help keep our brains active and interested in the world – and help us relax and have fun too. I have seen the way in which a finished piece of artwork can give the maker great satisfaction and increased confidence.

I am currently studying on a Learning Disabilities Awareness course.

07986 654356

ann@creativemojo.co.uk

Crowthorne, Wokingham & Reading

Also covering Maidenhead, Farnborough and Fleet

Cheryl & Johann du Plooy

Hi, we are Cheryl & Johann,

Johann and I have both been in the print design, printing and promotional printing industry for over thirty years before relocating to the U.K. in 2014 and for the past four years Cheryl has been really enjoying working within the care industry.

We are both very “out the box” thinking, creative people and so can think of nothing more satisfying than bringing the arts and crafts classes we now provide through Creative Mojo into Residential Care Homes in the Crowthorne, Wokingham and Reading areas. We are very excited to be part of the Creative Mojo family.

07823827286

cheryl@creativemojo.co.uk

Mid Devon & West Somerset

Covering Taunton, Tiverton, Cullompton & Crediton

Colette Neave

Hi I’m Colette,

I have a wide range of experience with the elderly, in particular people with Dementia; assisting them on their journey and being able to support them is the most rewarding feeling.

I do a lot of arts and crafts in my spare time with my daughter, who shares my love for all things creative – even if she expresses it by painting all over our walls at home!

The classes are so much fun, and giving people the opportunity to express themselves regardless of ability is one of the reasons I enjoy visiting care homes so much – the residents sense of pride at finished pieces and seeing what they’ve achieved individually and as a group is incredibly important for their wellbeing, and I’m proud to be a part of that.

07534 043508

colette@creativemojo.co.uk

Kingston-Upon-Thames

Also covering Epsom, Wimbledon Common, Richmond and Twickenham

Natasha Shanley

Natasha has come on board to run the Kingston-Upon-Thames. Her territory covers parts of Epsom, Wimbledon Common, Richmond and Twickenham too. Any local care home managers, give Natasha a call now to book in a class.

07711 993304

natasha@creativemojo.co.uk

South Humberside

Also covering Scunthorpe & Grimsby

Emily Romp

Hi, I’m Emily,

I studied Fine Art at university with the plan to move pursue a career in Art Therapy when I graduated. My first job was as a care assistant in a palliative care home in Lancaster, and I surprised myself with how much I enjoyed it.

My husband and I moved to Brighton, where I helped to open a brand new, purpose-built home and became a senior care assistant. I undertook more extensive training in dementia studies and worked closely with the activity coordinators. Due to relocation I had to leave this position and spent the next five years in hospitality management, where I was becoming increasingly frustrated with the long, unsociable hours and the lack of meaning in my job.

I decided to join Creative Mojo to combine the two things I am most passionate about; arts and crafts and social care, as I really believe that the act of making is relaxing and provides a sense of escape. Spending time with people to help them create something that makes them smile is more rewarding than I’d ever imagined!

07510 391970

emily@creativemojo.co.uk

Redditch, Bromsgrove & Solihull

Anita Priest

Hi, I’m Anita,

After attending art college and then university, obtaining qualifications in ceramics, I then became an interior decorator, now 30 years later I feel I’ve found the job I’ve always been looking for, combining my creative skills, patience, cheeriness, understanding and respect of people.  I am so happy to be part of Creative Mojo.

Knowing I am making a positive difference to residents lives is the best reward !

07780 970770

anita@creativemojo.co.uk

Weybridge, Woking & Bracknell

Also covering Camberley & Ascot

Tessa Bond

Hi, I’m Tessa,

Born in South Africa I’ve been living in the UK for 16 years, I am now a British citizen. I have always had a passion for art and love sharing that passion.

Coming out of the Corporate world, my love of art, charity work and meeting new people led me to Creative Mojo.

If I’d been asked to create my dream job, this would be it.  Bringing arts & crafts to care home residents & people with learning disabilities I work with is a pleasure.

The participation, engagement and especially the sense of achievement at the end of each class is fulfilling and lovely to be part of.

07816755565

tessa@creativemojo.co.uk

Weston-Super-Mare

Also covering Portishead, Cheddar and areas in-between

Mel Tyas-Peterson

Hi, I’m Mel,

The main reason I chose this business is the impact it makes on residents, it makes people so happy to get messy and have some fun. It’s a very contagious feeling! Plus it fits brilliantly around my family.

07547591836

mel@creativemojo.co.uk

Cambridge & Peterborough

Jenni Tilbrook

Hi, I’m Jenni,

I’ve always been a creative person including sewing, paper crafts, card making and scrapbooking. I loved the idea of joining Creative Mojo as being a people person, I get to share that creativity with others. I find it a very rewarding career.

07852768708

jenni@creativemojo.co.uk

Warwick & District

Areas cover Evesham, Henley-in-Arden, Knowle, Meriden, Kenilworth, S & W Rugby, Daventry, Shipston-on Stour, Stratford-upon-Avon & Leamington Spa.

Max Adams & Annette Falkingham

Hi, we’re Max and Annette,

Max and I both have previous art and design experience, Max also comes from a customer service background and I have for many years worked with Riding for the Disabled (RDA), so working as a Creative Mojo’er seemed a really good fit.

We started our Creative Mojo journey in May 2018 and the business is growing steadily, developing our ideas and meeting new homes on a weekly basis. We were thrilled when a local trust awarded us our first double weekly booking, across two learning disability homes, on a yearly contract. And we have been receiving some tremendous reviews from both dementia / elderly care and learning disability homes in our area. It is so rewarding working with the residents and their carers and to see the fabulous artwork that they produce.

Everyday and every project is so very different, even the least able feel they can contribute to the projects, which often find pride of place on the walls and in the reception area of the homes and day care centres.

07710 770594

max@creativemojo.co.uk

North Devon

Shiva King

Hi, I’m Shiva,

People smiling after achieving a result they think is impossible; simple ideas made into something wonderful, are my greatest motivators. Creative Mojo gives me the opportunity to do this every day.

Before Creative Mojo I had over seven years of teaching experience, predominantly in special needs settings, where I enjoyed sharing my love of science, art and crafts, and exploration.  I believe that interactive choices and empowering others to be confident are crucial to learning.   I have experience working with children with difficult behaviours, ASD, and learning difficulties, and have also cared for two family members who had vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s.

My training background includes courses in de-escalation techniques, safeguarding, health and safety, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and supporting inclusion.

I appreciate the many outdoor activities living in Devon provides, including hiking and swimming in the sea.  I think it’s important to take advantage of this beautiful area of the UK and I enjoy doing this with my dog Pip.  Art and craft are also a great outlet for me.  For many years wood carving and painting have been a passion of mine, but I now spend most of my spare time creating smiles with my needle felted creatures; running workshops and attending local craft fairs.

07932796079

shiva@creativemojo.co.uk

3 Counties Central

May Li

Hi, I’m May,

I am very passionate that residents work is their own work and I love how the projects are carefully designed to be inclusive so that anyone of any ability can join in. I tweak them on site of course to take into consideration the class size and ability. It usually starts with people saying they are not at all artistic, little do they know. Those who can and are able, are encouraged to work on more detail. Many residents just want to experiment with the colours and learn new techniques as many won’t have held a paintbrush for some years.  The teaching side and coaching is such fun and rewarding. I encourage everyone to take part no matter how small a part. Its satisfying when you have a resident who declines to part take initially, I ask them to come sit watch or chat with me. Curiosity gets the better of them and the next minute they find themselves joining in. I try also to include some meaningful activity, though at most of my Homes I do have residents come meet me at the car to collect my trolley and art materials and/or help set up the table and clear up afterwards.

Some other residents will need more help than others. Especially those with more profound disabilities, that’s when staff and I support with hand over hand or completing work under instruction, that’s if they are able to instruct.

Whatever the ability or disability it’s hard not feel over the moon to see how their faces light up when they see the progress of on-going projects and the finished project.

07717803090

may@creativemojo.co.uk

Exeter & District

Covering Axminster, Dawlish, Sidmouth, Exmouth and Newton Abbot

Bel McDonald

Hi, I’m Bel,

I am a qualified primary school teacher and have taught in both mainstream and specialist schools. I have worked in a variety of care roles with people with physical disabilities and those with profound and multiple learning disabilities. I am also a carer for my adult son who has Down’s syndrome and autism.

Before becoming a franchisee for Creative Mojo I was a co-ordinator of a small charity that offered training and practical support to parent carers. Unfortunately I was made redundant when the charity closed and I never thought I’d find another job that I loved quite as much. Creative Mojo is perfect for me and allows me to incorporate my previous work experience with my love of being creative. I feel privileged  to be able to help a variety of people create art and have fun. The satisfaction I get from seeing the joy on people’s faces when they see what they have created is priceless.

07522 421735

bel@creativemojo.co.uk

Kettering, Corby & Wellingborough

Susan Webb

Hi, I’m Susan,

For many years I worked in local government. After my husband was diagnosed with dementia I realised that I wanted to help bring some happiness into the lives of adults who face an uncertain future. Creative Mojo is the perfect way to reach these people. Art unites us all. We chat, laugh, sing and together create something that brings joy to even more people when they see our art.

07982 657934

susan@creativemojo.co.uk

West Cardiff

Also covering Also covering Caerphilly, Rhondda, Merthyr and Blaenau Gwent

Sarah Craig

Hi, I’m Sarah,

Having worked in secondary education for many years, I was in search of a new challenge – a chance to run my own business, to be creative and make a positive contribution in some way.
Creative Mojo provided the answer. I count myself incredibly privileged to have found something so rewarding, whilst bringing a little joy into others’ lives.
I would like to thank the West Cardiff caring community for your ongoing support and positive feedback. I look forward to working ever closer with you in the years ahead.

07790 319012

sarah.craig@creativemojo.co.uk

Coventry & Nuneaton

Areas also covered include Rugby, Hinckley and Bedworth

Max Adams & Annette Falkingham

Hi, we’re Max and Annette,

Max and I both have previous art and design experience, Max also comes from a customer service background and I have for many years worked with Riding for the Disabled (RDA), so working as a Creative Mojo’er seemed a really good fit.

We started Creative Mojo Coventry & Nuneaton in May 2018 and the business is growing steadily, developing our ideas and meeting new homes on a weekly basis. We were thrilled last month when a local trust awarded us our first double weekly booking, across two learning disability homes, on a yearly contract. And we have been receiving some tremendous reviews from both dementia / elderly care and learning disability homes in our area. It is so rewarding working with the residents and their carers and to see the fabulous artwork that they produce.

Everyday and every project is so very different, even the least able feel they can contribute to the projects, which often find pride of place on the walls and in the reception area of the homes and day care centres.

07710 770594

max@creativemojo.co.uk

Colchester & Districts

Covering Colchester, Clacton-On-Sea and surrounding areas

Helen Lyons

Hello, I’m Helen,

I have run the Clacton-On-Sea Creative Mojo franchise since January 2018 and have recently expanded to include Colchester. After a 15 year career in the NHS I was ready for a change and wanted to do something worthwhile and rewarding whilst also improving my work:life balance. I have always enjoyed being creative and am thrilled to now have a job that enables me to bring the joy of arts and crafts to residents of different backgrounds and abilities. It is a privilege and a joy to work with such a wide range of amazing people.

07939 116604

helen@creativemojo.co.uk

Norwich, Waveney & District

Also covering Harleston, Bungay, Beccles, Halesworth, Porringland, Loddon, Wynondham, Lowestoft, Southwold, Saxhmudam & Leiston.

Foteini Araka

Hi, I’m Foteini,

The best way to describe being part of the Creative Mojo family, is that it ‘feels’ right.

I used to care for my beloved grandfather whilst having dementia and being able to combine both my artistic passion and caring personality is truly a dream come true.

As an artist, colour has always been my passion and continues to underpin my work in both two and three dimensions; in painting and mixed media work, stained glass and jewellery.

Bringing joy to the most vulnerable people in our society, by expressing themselves through any form of art, is the most rewarding feeling, and I am grateful to get to experience it on a daily basis

07799 563962

foteini@creativemojo.co.uk

Cheltenham & Gloucester

Also covering Winchcombe

Eunice Beeching

Hi, I’m Eunice,

I wanted to work part-time after my baby was born and still stay within the creative world.  I was running a successful small business selling sewing kits and jewellery to museums, gift shops and art galleries all around Britain. Needless to say it was hard to give up but impossible to keep going with a tiny baby in tow.

I read English at University of Aberdeen and discovered that I have a vocation for teaching.  Armed with an M. A. In English, I travelled and worked around Europe for more than ten years as an English language teacher.

Living mostly in Italy was truly inspirational and made me want to get back to my roots and start designing and creating gifts for others to enjoy. I love to make things that make people smile.

Being a Creative Mojo teacher can be challenging but ever so rewarding. No two days are the same, you can pick your own hours and choose when and how you work.  It really fits in with my lifestyle at the moment and helps me stay creative throughout the week.  Encouraging others to be creative helps to spread more joy about the world and that is something that I am truly grateful for.

07419 338609

eunice@creativemojo.co.uk

Sheffield East

Also covering East & parts of South East Sheffield, Rotherham, Chesterfield, Worksop and Retford, Gainsborough, Markham Moor, Church Warsop and Mansfield Woodhouse.

Elaine Taff

Hi, Im Elaine.

I live in Sheffield with my husband Steve, and have 3 grown children.  After leaving a 20 year teaching career, I discovered Creative Mojo and have felt both excited and privileged to become a franchise partner!!

As a lifelong crafter, this gives me the opportunity to share my love of creative activity with vulnerable people in a range of care homes and in the community, and to make a real difference to their well-being: the
benefits are well documented! I work with some amazing people – we strive to compliment the important work of activity co-ordinators and other staff, working hand in hand to stimulate residents with a whole range of different projects. The residents are amazing, often chatting, singing, laughing and being creative in a non pressurised way that accommodates their individual needs. And the look on their faces when their completed art work comes together is priceless! This gives me a huge amount of satisfaction, with new care homes signing up every week, I am always looking forward to meeting many more lovely people.

07532227896

elaine@creativemojo.co.uk

Littlehampton & Bognor

Claire Smith

Hi, I’m Claire,

After being a teacher for 20 years I needed to have a flexible job that allowed me more time with my children but also allowed me to use the skills I had built up over the years.  I am so glad I found Creative Mojo – its a job where I can use my skills whilst the children are at school, be arty and messy and meet lots of lovely people.  My son (7) summed it up by saying ‘I love your new job because you’re helping people paint and they are not missing out anymore, and it makes you happy’  Says it all really!

07717 531758

claire@creativemojo.co.uk

Greater West London

Claire Henshall

Hi, I’m Claire.

I have always been very creative in nature, making gifts and cards for family from all sorts of things as a very young girl, through to studying Art & Design at College and specialising in Textile Design.

Having had few opportunities to really express this side of me during my previous working career in Media and an unexpected redundancy, it got me thinking about what I’d most enjoy doing in the future.

The Creative Mojo opportunity found me as much as I found it, quite by chance, but I couldn’t stop thinking about it once the seed was sown; a chance to run my own business AND be creative! Well, here I am, up and running the Greater West London territory, I couldn’t be happier.

I cannot begin to explain the sheer joy of being able to tease out people’s creative side; we all have one, despite protest on occasion. The smiles from residents, their families, staff and volunteers when they see what’s been created at the end of a session, truly is priceless and almost always exceeds their own expectations.

I’m loving every minute doing this, it’s so very rewarding and it is certainly feeding my soul.

07956 855364

claire.henshall@creativemojo.co.uk

Creative Mojo Worcester

Anna Squire

Hi, I’m Anna.

I am an artist but firstly I am a human being, and meeting other human beings and being able to share my love and passion for arts and crafts with other people who might be less fortunate, is an absolute privilege.

I gently encourage everyone to discover an artistic self and just see what happens… just take a brush, dip into the paint and have a go.

The biggest reward of this amazing job is to be able to see lots of smiles and happy faces all over the room and to know that everyone had fun and a good time during our session. It is priceless.

07904791598

anna@creativemojo.co.uk

Colchester & Districts

Covering Colchester, Clacton-On-Sea and surrounding areas

Helen Lyons

Hello, I’m Helen,

I have run the Clacton-On-Sea Creative Mojo franchise since January 2018 and have recently expanded to include Colchester. After a 15 year career in the NHS I was ready for a change and wanted to do something worthwhile and rewarding whilst also improving my work:life balance. I have always enjoyed being creative and am thrilled to now have a job that enables me to bring the joy of arts and crafts to residents of different backgrounds and abilities. It is a privilege and a joy to work with such a wide range of amazing people.

07939 116604

helen@creativemojo.co.uk