A Guide to Promoting Statewide Strategies in the Arts and Health
June 1st, 2026
This NASAA report explores how state arts agencies and regional organizations can integrate the arts into health care. It highlights initiatives in arts on prescription, creative aging, veterans’ services, and cross-sector partnerships. The guide provides research and policy recommendations for building sustainable arts and health programs that improve community well-being.
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Recent studies have attested to the arts' positive health outcomes for individuals and communities. The body of evidence has grown across populations and disciplines, and the integration of arts into health planning is gaining traction in federal agencies, state and local governments, and select health systems. Researchers, administrators, and policymakers have built a foundation for translating evidence into durable, accessible programs that reach all communities. The contributions of state arts agencies (SAAs) and regional arts organizations (RAOs) remain vital for the success and longevity of this work.
