Submitted by:
Lydia Boychuk |

Sept 21, 2015, Westwood Inn, at 7:00 PM, was the setting for the first “Ladies Nite Out”, put on by the Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary.



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There was a wonderful turnout, with over a hundred ladies present to enjoy the very informative and interesting speakers. Jennifer Simpson, MC, welcomed everyone and introduced the speakers and events for the evening.

Jose Randell, recipient of the Queen Diamond Jubilee medal, spoke about her journey surviving cancer, and what everyone could do to help others.

Debbie Schultz spoke of her experiences and roles that led her to become the nurse that the art and science of the profession teaches. Her focus on improving the health care status of patients, has led her to pursue to become a Nurse Practitioner.

Shannon Bauman brought to reality the number of children caught up in human trafficking, in particular, Asia. She shared her experiences on trips there and getting involved in helping through an organization called Destiny Rescue.

During intermission, Sydney Fleming did a wonderful job of entertaining playing her guitar and singing. Everyone mingled having coffee and dessert.

As the evening came to an end, draws were made for door prizes, 50/50, Crocus auction.

The Swan River Valley Health Auxiliary would like to thank everyone for coming out to support this very worthwhile fundraiser. It would be fun to make this an annual event. All the money raised stays in the valley to buy much needed equipment for our own hospital. And new members are always welcome to join.