05/29/2026
🌸 Brightening Days Safely! 🌸
We have had the absolute busiest spring, and we can’t wait to spend the summer sharing photos of all our incredible member activities! To kick things off, we want to spotlight our amazing Columbia H.S. Jr. Twig!
The students recently handcrafted beautiful paper flowers for overnight cancer patients at Overlook Medical Center.
Did you know that fresh flowers are restricted in certain hospital departments like oncology? While we love real blooms, they can pose hidden risks for vulnerable patients:
Infection Control: Real flowers, soil, and vase water can harbor bacteria, mold, and fungi, which pose a risk to immunocompromised patients.
Allergies & Breathing: Strong scents and pollen can trigger respiratory issues or nausea.
Safety & Focus: Spilled water creates slip hazards, and maintaining real plants takes valuable time away from hands-on nursing care.
Thanks to the creativity of the Columbia H.S. Jr. Twig, these patients get all the emotional joy of a bright bouquet, with 100% of the safety! 💕
Stay tuned all summer long to see how our members are making a difference!