Fine Art Photography in a nursing home

Last week I was down in the Twin Cities for 3 days on a classic whirlwind visit of business, errands, family visits and a fantastic photography workshop.  A memorable and touching visit was to the Good Samaritan Home in Minneapolis.  I was invited by the Spiritual Care Committee to come and meet their group, their facility and have my photograph taken next to my image “Cross in the Desert” (New Mexico).

Let me explain more.  My late brother-in-law Jim Owens whose sister Catherine, who works as a chaplin at Good Samaritan Home.  She contacted me several months ago inquiring about purchasing  an image of mine for the facility as they are in the process of investing in works of art to display in the public spaces for residents, employees and visitors to enjoy and to inspire thoughtful, spiritual ideas.

The Good Samaritan Society - University Specialty Center offers a diverse community and is a pioneer in introducing specialized treatment units to residential care settings.  They proudly offer distinct therapeutic living environment with specialty care services including Men’s Behavior Units, secured and un-secured, Alzheimer’s Units, Huntington’s Disease unit, Geriatric Unit and a Young Adult unit.

I had such a wonderful time meeting the committee, various residents and touring the facility.  These are very hard working staff who dig deep into their own personal resources and hearts to help those in need find comfort, love and encouragement under life’s peculiar challenges.  The majority of the staff I met have a tremendous history and longevity working at Good Samaritan Home; 10, 15, 20 years!  They feel that, “By retaining our staff, we have the opportunity to truly get to know the residents and provide a foundation for quality care delivery”.

It is my honor to have my work be so appreciated by thses folks and to know that one moment in time (when I photographed Cross in the Desert) will have a lasting impact and inspire other people for many years to come.

Deb with members of the Spiritual Care Committee at the Good Samaritan Home; Mpls