Hiro Yasuda has been volunteering for the past 14 years with the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary.

She has filled many roles at the Thrift Shop, including her former role of arranging the window displays.

Presently she displays merchandise and prices items at the shop. Prior to beginning her role as a volunteer, Hiro worked at the Nicola Valley Hospital and Health Centre in food service for over 20 years. Within this role she was responsible for planning and preparing meals for patients and staff. When Hiro retired she began volunteering at the Baillee House and shortly after, started volunteering for the Auxiliary as well.

Hiro’s love for preparing food for others continued on after her retirement. She has prepared meals for Auxiliary events and is well known for her baked goods, which she brings almost every day when she volunteers at the Thrift Shop and Baillee House. Hiro hopes to see more community members visiting the Thrift Shop. In doing so, the community can reduce waste by purchasing previously used items, while supporting health care.

She believes that the Thrift Shop is a great place for everyone. Volunteering is a special part of Hiro’s life. She feels that it gives her a lot of joy and the opportunity to interact, share, and learn. For Hiro, she is being her best when she can return her happiness to the public through volunteering.

We are grateful for the many contributions that Hiro has made to the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary and her continued commitment to volunteering. We are also thankful for the delicious baked goods that she prepares for us and the joy that she brings to the Thrift Shop!