Santa Clara Valley Healthcare Celebrates Día de los Muertos with Traditional Ofrendas Honoring Organ Donors
Ofrendas at SCVH hospitals aim to honor past donors, and raise awareness for organ donations, especially in the Latine community
WHAT
Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) has assembled vibrant Día de los Muertos ofrendas at all three hospitals as part of the annual tradition providing families and loved ones the opportunity to celebrate the lives of those who have passed away. The ofrendas at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, O’Connor Hospital and St. Louise Regional Hospital feature photos honoring organ donors who provided the gift of life. The ofrendas will be positioned on each campus through November 3 to increase organ donation awareness, especially in the Latine community.
WHO
Dr. Judith Sanchez - Physician, Santa Clara Valley Healthcare
Sharon Castellano - Doctor of Nursing Practice, Santa Clara Valley Healthcare
Families of Past Organ Donors
WHEN
11 a.m.
November 1, 2023
WHERE
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
751 S. Bascom Ave.
San Jose, CA 95128
Media can park in the front near valet parking.
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Media Contact: County of Santa Clara Health System Media Relations, (408) 568-3122, [email protected]