Who:  The ArtsCare program serves Samaritan patients, caregivers, visitors and staff.

What: 

• Focused workshops offered by specially trained local artists and musicians.
• Soothing sounds and inspiring images in patient care settings.
• Artwork for public spaces.

When:  Ongoing since 2004. Local activities are coordinated to accommodate diverse patient needs and schedules.

Where:  Hospitals and clinics throughout Samaritan’s tri-county region of Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties.

Why:  Enhances the healing environment through the presence of art and music in health care settings, positively impacting the physical and emotional well‑being of patients, visitors and staff.

Campaign Goals:  

• Healing Environment: $100,000.
• Program: $100,000.

Lead Foundations:  All Samaritan foundations.