As the community buzzes with holiday cheer and preparations for Christmas fill the air, Abbotsford Regional Hospital invites you to witness a special transformation within our atrium. This year, we have illuminated our space with twelve beautifully decorated Christmas trees, each uniquely adorned to evoke warmth, wonder, and the true spirit of the season for our patients and their families who may be spending their holidays away from home.
The holiday season can be especially challenging for those in a hospital setting, when the festive sounds and sights of community celebrations feel tantalisingly out of reach. Recognising this, we wanted to create a comforting and uplifting environment to remind our patients-in-care that they are not alone during this time of year.
Each tree has been thoughtfully decorated, embodying its own sparkle, which casts a warm glow throughout the hospital’s corridors. From twinkling lights to delicate ornaments and heartfelt messages, our Trees of Caring symbolise the love and support that surrounds every patient-in-care.
Albeit, not everyone celebrates Christmas, the magical atmosphere the trees create is designed to inspire feelings of comfort and solace, a welcome distraction during moments of healing.
This initiative would not have been possible without the generosity of our community, especially the donors that have sponsored the trees. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the individuals and organisations who donated decorations, funds, and their time to bring the Trees of Caring to life.
As the pleasant aromas of Christmas cookies, Starbucks, and festive songs echo through our hospital, we invite anyone visiting Abbotsford Regional Hospital to take a moment to bask in the twinkling beauty of the Trees of Caring. Whether you are a patient-in-care, a loved one, or a member of our staff, we hope that these trees bring a little extra cheer and remind everyone that even in challenging times, there is beauty, hope, and compassion all around us.
Join us as we celebrate this magical season and spread joy to those who need it most. And if you would like a candy cane or a magical smile please pop by our office, we are always there (during office hours).
With caring hearts,
Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation Team
