Every other Tuesday | 10 AM – 11 AM
Come share in the joy of music! These interactive workshops are a chance to explore rhythm, sound, and song in a fun, welcoming environment where everyone has a voice.
about aihom
How We Serve
Arts in Health Ocala Metro (AIHOM) is a non-profit organization that supports mental and physical health through the arts. AIHOM differs from other organizations that create art with the public in two key ways. First, we do not “teach” artmaking. Rather, we use art as a vehicle to positively impact community physical and mental health. The creation of a finished product is less important than how the process of creating makes one feel. Second, we collect data on all our art interactions to substantiate that the arts are good for the body and mind.
about aihom
Who We Serve
We bring the arts to people of all ages and abilities across Marion County. From hospitals and senior centers to schools and community programs, our family-friendly workshops invite participants to paint, sing, dance, write, and make music together. By partnering with diverse organizations, we create spaces where creativity supports health, connection, and joy.
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Art Heals. Science Proves It.
Give4Marion
As AIHOM looks to expand its reach and deepen its impact, we invite you to join us in this transformative journey through your support. Together, we can ensure that the arts continue to heal, inspire, and empower, making Ocala a beacon of hope and resilience for all.
Upcoming at AIHOM
3rd Monday of Each Month | 10:30 – 11:15 AM
AIHOM is proud to partner with HCA Florida Healthcare to launch a new movement series designed specifically for cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors - focused on healing, strength, wellness, & connection through movement.
Every other Tuesday | 10 AM – 11 AM
Come share in the joy of music! These interactive workshops are a chance to explore rhythm, sound, and song in a fun, welcoming environment where everyone has a voice.
Every Thursday | 9:30 AM – 12 PM
Join us every Thursday morning for a joyful and creative painting workshop at the Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center!
Every Thursday at 16:00 – 18:00
Each week, veterans are invited to gather at the local VFW, bring their instruments, and take part in relaxed, collaborative jam sessions. Whether you play often or haven’t picked up your instrument in years, Jam Corps is about participation, not perfection.
November 10th, 2026 | Doors @ 5 PM
Celebrate the power of music and community at the inaugural Jam Corps Showcase. Featuring performances by AIHOM Jam Corps and members of the Ocala Vet Center Jam Band, this special Veterans Day-eve concert highlights favorite songs performed in a collaborative jam-band style. Presented by Arts in Health Ocala Metro and the Marion Theatre.
February 27th, 2027
Join us in celebrating the healing arts and music at a stunning private home nestled along the crystal-clear waters of Rainbow River. Featuring a Spanish-inspired culinary experience by Live Fire Chefs, Savor the Arts is an afternoon designed to delight the senses and support the healing power of the arts.
Upcoming at AIHOM
Check Back Soon!
3rd Monday of Each Month | 10:30 – 11:15 AM
AIHOM is proud to partner with HCA Florida Healthcare to launch a new movement series designed specifically for cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors - focused on healing, strength, wellness, & connection through movement.
Every other Tuesday | 10 AM – 11 AM
Come share in the joy of music! These interactive workshops are a chance to explore rhythm, sound, and song in a fun, welcoming environment where everyone has a voice.
Every Thursday | 9:30 AM – 12 PM
Join us every Thursday morning for a joyful and creative painting workshop at the Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center!
3rd Monday of Each Month | 10:30 – 11:15 AM
AIHOM is proud to partner with HCA Florida Healthcare to launch a new movement series designed specifically for cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors - focused on healing, strength, wellness, & connection through movement.
Every other Tuesday | 10 AM – 11 AM
Come share in the joy of music! These interactive workshops are a chance to explore rhythm, sound, and song in a fun, welcoming environment where everyone has a voice.
Every Thursday | 9:30 AM – 12 PM
Join us every Thursday morning for a joyful and creative painting workshop at the Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center!
Every Thursday at 16:00 – 18:00
Each week, veterans are invited to gather at the local VFW, bring their instruments, and take part in relaxed, collaborative jam sessions. Whether you play often or haven’t picked up your instrument in years, Jam Corps is about participation, not perfection.
November 10th, 2026 | Doors @ 5 PM
Celebrate the power of music and community at the inaugural Jam Corps Showcase. Featuring performances by AIHOM Jam Corps and members of the Ocala Vet Center Jam Band, this special Veterans Day-eve concert highlights favorite songs performed in a collaborative jam-band style. Presented by Arts in Health Ocala Metro and the Marion Theatre.
February 27th, 2027
Join us in celebrating the healing arts and music at a stunning private home nestled along the crystal-clear waters of Rainbow River. Featuring a Spanish-inspired culinary experience by Live Fire Chefs, Savor the Arts is an afternoon designed to delight the senses and support the healing power of the arts.
Get Involved in the Healing Power of Art
We need volunteers to assist our arts in health practitioners in many ways, including inside hospitals and in our community. Volunteers may work with adults, children or both.
Volunteers will assist with Arts in Health Workshops, help artists with reporting, complete administrative work such as helping with referrals, and even assisting in public performances for Arts in Health.
Our History
Arts in Health Ocala Metro began as an initiative of the LILAC Foundation in Partnership with the University of Florida Arts in Medicine Program. Taking over two years of thoughtful planning and consideration, AIHOM seeks to bring artists and community members together to experience the positive effects of the arts on our wellbeing.
