A new art installation created by artist Miranda Andrews has been unveiled at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance.
The pastel-coloured mural – depicting a lotus flower in the palm of a hand – was commissioned by the hospital’s Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Treatment Centre with the aim of bringing comfort and dignity to survivors.
Located within the hospital’s emergency department, the centre provides round-the-clock care and support for individuals of all ages and genders who have experienced sexual assault, domestic violence or human trafficking.
According to a recent media release, the mural’s installation is part of CKHA’s “ongoing commitment” to creating a dignified therapeutic environment for survivors offering a “visual” sense of peace and hope to those receiving care.
Tara Greenway, team lead of the sexual assault/domestic violence centre at CKHA, said Andrew’s mural is all about healing, noting the centre offers critical and compassionate care during a survivor’s darkest time.
“Miranda’s mural is more than just art; it is a piece of healing that transforms our space. It provides a visual reminder of hope, tranquility and resilience, which is essential for the survivors who come through our doors,” Greenway said.
