Jackie writes about Hochstein in her own words:

“I’ve been coming to Hochstein since 2011. At first, I just took art and music therapies. Then I added photography and dance. The classes have helped me develop my talents. My instructors are patient when I’m learning something new. They really listen to what I want to do.”

Jackie explains further, “In my music therapy sessions, I’ve played many hand instruments. Now I’m learning to play the drums and piano. I also enjoy mashing songs to sing for recitals.”

She goes on to say, “Art therapy has let me express my creativity. I’ve worked with many media and techniques. Over the summer, my art therapist helped me design a fairy house. It won ‘most whimsical’ at the Corn Hill Arts Festival and was even displayed at the Garden Factory."