Erin Sorensen, a candy striper, is busy working on a summer craft project for window decorations.
She is helping with some of the preparation work and then the residents do the fun part at Dr. Andrew Pavilion.
The Summerland Health-Care Auxiliary is now accepting applications for new candy stripers and health care cadets.
Youths must be between 13 to 18 years of age and able to commit to one day a week after school for 1.5 hours.
The opportunities includes visiting, reading, playing cards and going for walks with the residents, plant care, seasonal crafts, decorating, serving refreshments and preparing snacks.
The next intake session is Wednesday, Sept. 16. from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the pavilion.
To apply to the program please contact Carole Patané, Coordinator of Volunteers at 250-492-4000 ext. 2294 or email carole.patane@interiorhealth.ca before Sept 9 or pick up an application at the Dr. Andrew Pavilion.