Courts spreads Christmas cheer to GPHC’s paediatric ward
Patients of the paediatric ward of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) were the recipients of presents as Courts Guyana Incorporated brought them goodies on Friday.
A young boy collecting a present from Santa Claus and other Courts Guyana Inc staff
Over 30 children and toddlers received gifts from Santa Claus and other cartoon characters, including Dora, Mickey and Mini Mouse, Spiderman and Cinderella. Courts also presented the department with fans, a microwave, and kettles, the
Government Information Agency (GINA) reported.
GPHC’s Public Relations Officer, Mitzy Campbell said the hospital was very appreciative of the annual gesture from Courts. “Every year they call us, and we look forward to next year.”
Campbell noted that the gifts and the presence of Santa and the cartoon
Director of Operations at Courts, John Standaloft handing over presents to the GPHC
characters, “really helped raise the children’s spirits.”
Courts Director of Operations, John Standaloft, said that he looks forward to the tradition since, “this is very personal for me.” The director noted that it is a worthwhile gesture and, “the joy on the children’s faces almost brings tears to my eyes.”
