Image: Some of the hand drawn cards that were distributed to patients and residents of health care facilities in the Fraser Valley. / Supplied

By Fraser Valley Today Staff

Holiday event

Hand drawn cards bring festive spirits to health care facilities across Fraser Valley

Jan 12, 2025 | 6:00 AM

CHILLIWACK — Students across the Fraser Valley brought some festive joy to hospital patients and residents this holiday season through a holiday card drive organized by the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation’s Youth Advisory Committee.

The initiative united students from local schools, along with clubs and organizations, to create and distribute cheerful cards to patients at Abbotsford Regional Hospital, Chilliwack General Hospital, Mission Memorial Hospital, Fraser Canyon Hospital, Bradley Centre, Heritage Village, and Fraser Hope Lodge.

On Christmas morning, the cards were delivered to spread the spirit of the season to those spending the holidays in healthcare facilities.

Dr. Lakhbir Jassal with the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation praised the initiative. “It is important we spread kindness in this world and showcase the power of community spirit,” said Jassal. “One heartfelt handwritten card can make an immense difference in the mental and emotional well-being of patients-in-care”.

Participating schools and organizations included Godson Elementary, Abbotsford Middle, ASIA Sumas and its Key Club, Rick Hansen Secondary and its Key Club, W.J. Mouat Secondary and its Key Club, MEI Key Club, Sardis Secondary Key Club, G.W. Graham Secondary Key Club, Abbotsford Senior Secondary Key Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters, The Anaahat Project, and UFV Circle K.

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