In order to bring forth the inner strength of patients and help them re-adapt psychologically to daily life, we start by showing interest and creating relationships among the patients. So TFRD established a "Performing Workshop" that meets once a week and consists of singing and painting. The workshop serves as a dual purpose. There are benefit performances and exhibitions for social interaction, but it also helps the patients build self-esteem as well as reducing the physical pain and psychological pressure that they might feel.
In 2008, TFRD Taipei office held a 26-week painting class for more than 47 patients and their families and a 26-week singing class for more than 59 participants. In March 2008, TFRD's Taichung and Kaohsiung branch office also opened up the 21-week singing classes for patients and their families. Both classes have more than 45 participants.
Patients who can perform can join the Heavenly Melody Chorus and give performances to the public on invitation. The most exciting thing for the patients were the concert tour held in August 30 and September 06, when patients had the chance to stand on the stage and perform to more than 2,000 audience.
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