The new gift shop, The Pink Petal, is operated by the Salem Township Hospital Auxiliary and now features exciting new lines of products. The expansion allows much more room for stocking additional items including fresh flowers, gifts, candy, personal care items, and jewelry. The profits from the Gift Shop help fund the scholarship program and assists in the purchase of equipment and other needs of the hospital.

The Auxiliary played an important role in the creation of the new Chapel. They raised the funds needed to impressively furnish the Chapel. The most noticeable feature is a large stained glass window.

The Salem Township Hospital Auxiliary was formed in 1958 with 35 volunteer members. There are currently 92 active and 13 associate members. The Auxiliary serves in the following areas of the hospital:

• Information Desk in the main lobby
• Gift Shop in the main lobby
• Information Desk in Patient Registration
• Information Desk in Radiology
• Assists Eye Surgery Patients

The Auxiliary plays an important role at all of the community events including the Home Show, Wellness Events, Book Fairs, Disaster Drills and any other projects that require volunteer assistance.

They provide scholarships to qualifying individuals desiring to work in areas of the hospital after completion of their studies.

President- Ola Chapman, 1st Vice President-Jeannie Malone, 2nd Vice President – Debra Hays, Secretary – Sheila Hicks, Treasurer- Pat McArthur, Chaplain – Nellie Linder, Historian – Juanita Krider