Piece by Piece: The Art of Compassion

The walls of the Family House are brought to life by hundreds of art pieces. They tell stories of resilience, hope, and compassion. This fall, we will dedicate a new piece of art that embodies these values—a vibrant mosaic touched by countless hands in our community.

The piece’s four quadrants each depict their own season: fall, winter, spring, and summer. Each season symbolizes the vital roles that our guests, staff, board, volunteers, and donors play in making the Family House more than just a place to stay…

Fall symbolizes patients and caregivers, in a state of transition and healing. Winter reflects staff and board members, our steadfast foundation and strength. Spring honors volunteers, who bring hope and new life through service and dedication. Summer represents donors, providers of the bounty that sustains us.

Piece by small paper piece, each member of our community contributed to the creation, much like they bring each of their unique gifts to the Family House. We are excited to celebrate this artwork as a lasting symbol of the love, care, and unity that uphold our mission.

Guided by the vision and direction of Betsy Messick, Director of Art + Wellness and Community Engagement with the Sawtooth School for Visual Art, this piece now hangs in the Family House’s dining room.