10/08/2026
Seventy days.
That's how long Alaya spent in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Surrey Memorial Hospital after she was born. For more than two months, her family relied on the specialized care, expertise and compassion of the NICU team.
This summer, Alaya and her brother, Spencer, wanted to say thank you in the sweetest way they knew how.
Together, they set up a lemonade stand in their neighbourhood, raising $66.90 to support the NICU. The very place that cared for Alaya when she needed it most.
At Surrey Memorial Hospital, our NICU cares for the tiniest and sickest newborns, including babies born as early as 22 weeks. Gifts like Alaya and Spencer's help ensure these tiny patients and their families continue to receive exceptional care when they need it most.
Thank you, Alaya and Spencer, for turning gratitude into generosity. Your kindness will help give other babies the same strong start that Alaya received 💜