FLOATING HOSPITAL, c1910. A nurse with children on the deck of the Helen C. Juilliard

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FLOATING HOSPITAL, c1910. A nurse with children on the deck of the Helen C. Juilliard

FLOATING HOSPITAL, c1910.
A nurse with children on the deck of the Helen C. Juilliard, a floating hospital operated for the poor by the St. Johns Guild in New York City. Photograph, c1910

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Media ID 12320416

1910 Baby Bottle Charity Children Floating Hospital Helen Hospital New York City Northeast Nurse Patient Poor Sister St Johns Guild Unidentified

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph from 1910 showcases the heartwarming scene on the deck of the Helen C. Juilliard, a floating hospital operated by the St. Johns Guild in New York City. A compassionate nurse is surrounded by a group of children, all beneficiaries of this charitable institution dedicated to serving the poor. The image captures an early moment in American healthcare history, depicting a turn-of-the-century era when medical care was not easily accessible for everyone, particularly those living in poverty. The floating hospital provided much-needed medical attention and support to those who could not afford it otherwise. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the nurse's tender care as she attends to one child while others eagerly observe their surroundings. The unidentified nurse embodies compassion and dedication as she tends to her young patients with love and kindness. The Helen C. Juilliard served as a beacon of hope for countless families struggling with illness or injury during that period. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how far our society has come in terms of healthcare accessibility and underscores the importance of organizations like St. Johns Guild that continue to provide vital services for those most vulnerable among us. Granger Art on Demand presents this historical gem captured by Granger NYC / The Granger Collection, allowing us to reflect upon our past while appreciating how far we have progressed towards ensuring quality healthcare for all members of society today.

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