Red Deer College students came close to raising $2,000 for the Olds Hospital and Care Centre.
Students in the Unit Clerk program raised $1,922 as a part of their community service project, Care 4 a Cause, which is part of the program that operates out of Red Deer College’s Donald School of Business.
The students were tasked with choosing a group in Central Alberta connected to their field of study they wished to support.
Through various fundraising avenues, including bake sales, a silent auction and a social event, they surpassed their goal and almost raised $1,922.
The funds will help the hospital purchase a portable Snoezelen Sensory Kit, which can be used throughout the Care Centre to help lower functioning residents.
The kit includes textured objects, lava lamps and images to stimulate the senses.