TOOT TOOT for Aldergrove!!!!!

The Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre, Playtime pals program has been recently recognized by the Children's Hospital Oncology Clinic for the ongoing contributions of character Band-aids, toys, videos and craft supplies.

This initiative was launched by one of the parents from the Playtime Pals program, Cindy Blakeney. Cindy's small daughter Jenna was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 2.

The Blakeney family spent a lot of time at the hospital as Jenna underwent surgery and treatment. Cindy saw a need to make a difference for the children undergoing treatment when she discovered that the nurses in this clinic are buying character Band-Aids out of their own pockets to put a smile on a child's face.

With Cindy's recommendation and support from the AKCC (donation of cans/bottles from vending machines) the parents of the Playtime Pals program took on the initiative to supply character Band-Aids, videos and toys to the hospital by contributing to a donation jar.

This initiative has grown into a community project that is making a big difference and putting smiles on many children's faces.

The very good news is Jenna is one of the success stories - she is doing wonderfully well and is back to her playful self.

The AKCC was presented with a certificate of appreciation from the Children's Hospital for their ongoing support. Staff at the Centre will put the Certificate of appreciation and letter on display.