The large fir Christmas tree, twinkling with lights and ornaments, lightens the mood at Jeneece Place.

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She hustled to Victoria from her home in Haida Gwaii after her daughter was rushed to Victoria General Hospital, where doctors were trying to keep the mom-to-be from delivering at 33 weeks pregnant.

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More than 35 volunteers helped dress up the facility outside and inside. Spighi helped in an attempt to get her mind off of medical concerns.

Early in December staff at Jeneece Place received dozens of donations of ornaments and lights for the house and about 10 eager volunteers hung the exterior lights.

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Jeneece Place currently seeks donations of food to stock the pantry for guest families.