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May is one of my favorite months for so many reasons. It's usually when the weather in Rochester FINALLY feels like it takes a turn for the better, leaves are coming back on the trees, it's the month when I got engaged to my husband (13 years ago this week!), and the air just feels good outside. I recently learned of a few more reasons to keep May at the top of my list: May is Older Americans Month 💛 May is also Mental Health Awareness Month 🧠 The first week of May is Small

In the words of *Nsync...it's gonna be May! 😀 I blinked and April flew by! Anyone else? This past month took me and my camera to some fun places, and I'd love to share them with you! The month started with brunch and an egg hunt with the Easter Bunny at the Village at Unity. I love working with this community, and am always so impressed by the energy they put into their events. They consistently create fun and meaningful opportunities for the people who live there to connect

I still get so excited every time I see a Sweet Home photo in the wild, and last week I came across a few in a way that I did not expect! During a celebration for National Pet Day at the Legacy at Clover Blossom, Hal, a gentleman I've photographed before brought his dog Chuckie down for a portrait. As they got settled in for their photo, I noticed something on his walker that brought a HUGE smile to my face: two prints from previous pet portrait sessions taped to the front. W

A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to photograph Lifespan's Celebration of Aging luncheon, a huge annual event that brings together individuals, organizations, and community members who are all deeply invested in supporting older adults in the Rochester area. For me, it was more than just another photo session--it was a full-circle moment. Back in 2009 I was an intern at Lifespan, just beginning to understand the landscape of services available to older adults, families, a

March was one of those months that held a little bit of everything, keeping Sweet Home Photography busy in the best way! The month kicked off with Chili Recreation's annual family BINGO night, complete with costumes, prizes, and a ton of fun 🎉 Next up was my first (but definitely not my last) visit to Encore Chorus, a choir comprised of people living with memory loss, their caregivers, and volunteers. Brought together by the Eastman School of Music, this group's connection,

I’m excited to share that Sweet Home Photography has been named a finalist in the Roc the City Choice Awards in the category of “Best Business Making a Positive Social Impact!!” I’m SO proud to be featured in this category, and have been reflecting on what social impact really means in the context of this work. When people think about photography, they often think about the final images. But for me, the impact lives just as much in the experience of being photographed as it

A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to photograph two Rock Steady Boxing classes hosted by Safe at Home Physical Therapy. When I arrived, I expected to document a fitness class — people working through drills, throwing punches, and moving through a structured workout. But what I witnessed was something much more meaningful. The room was full of energy, encouragement, and camaraderie. Participants greeted one another, checked in between exercises, and celebrated small victor

March is Social Work Month (yes, a whole month is necessary--social workers have a lot to celebrate!), and this year's theme is "Uplift, Defend, Transform." Three words that speak to both the daily duties of social workers as well as the broader impact of the profession. At its core, social work is guided by six foundational values: Service Social justice Dignity and worth of the person Importance of human relationships Integrity Competence These principles are not just ideal

Last week brought us into the Year of the Fire Horse--a rare zodiac combination that appears only once every 60 years. It symbolizes independence, bold self-expression, high energy, passion-driven action, and a refusal to be confined. Who do you think of when you hear those traits? These qualities are often associated with youth. But in my work, they show up most vividly in older adulthood. There is a persistent cultural myth that aging is synonymous with shrinking. Becoming

Leaving a home is rarely just a logistical task. Even when a move is the right decision — even when it brings safety, community, or relief — it can still carry grief. Homes hold much more than furniture and square footage. They hold identity, routines, memories, milestones, losses, lessons, celebrations, and everyday life. When it’s time to leave, many people worry about forgetting. Or about what might get lost in the rush to sort, donate, and downsize. Memorial home photogra

An hour before the camera came out, we sat around a table to talk. This particular session took place in a nursing home, but it didn't begin with lighting, poses, or positioning. It began with a discussion group. Participants were invited into a conversation centered around a few simple prompts: What is something you're proud of? What is something that has been good about getting older? What is something that someone might not know about you just by looking at you? What are y

Welcome to the first of blog post of 2026! I created this space last year as a way to slow things down and share more of what happens behind the lens, and then life happened. So here we are, starting 2026 with a little less chaos, a little more structure, and a whole lot of excitement for what is coming this year. I’m Meg, a licensed clinical social worker and photographer based in Rochester, NY. Otherwise known as a ✨photo-therapist.✨ My work sits at the intersection of ment

While I am sad to see summer come to an end, I am SO excited that football is back! Not just any football, though--it's Bills Season here...

Hello and welcome to the very first Sweet Home Photography blog post! My hope is that this space becomes a way to share more about what...