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EVENT

UCD Undefined: Art, Expression, Community

DESCRIPTION 

This summer, in partnership with Believe Limited, Horizon Therapeutics is excited to bring back the annual in-person art therapy workshop for young people across the US living with urea cycle disorder, taking place in Chicago, Illinois, June 23rd to June 25th, 2023.  The weekend workshop will allow you to connect to others, provide emotional expression through art, and discover new methods for relaxation.

This UCD community experience will feature:

• Art therapy sessions led by professional art therapists.

• Relaxation workshops to deal with UCD stress and anxiety.

• Low protein cooking and lifestyle workshops with a metabolic dietician and experts.

• Community building, empowerment to stay on track with UCD care, and self-advocacy workshops.

• A final gallery opening featuring multiple solo and group art activities, across varying mediums, from the UCD community. 

WHEN

Friday, June 23rd to Sunday, June 25th, 2023

WHERE

Chicago, Illinois

*Transportation to and from Chicago, lodging, and food for you and a chaperone will be provided. 

WHO CAN APPLY

Any person in the US living with UCD ages 14-22. Space is limited. 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for 2023 are now closed. Come back soon to learn about 2024!

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Monday, May 15th, 2023