Staff Report - The Sutter Amador Hospital Auxiliary held its annual officer installment ceremony last week, swearing in six officers. Meeting in the Sutter Amador Hospital Mission Café, the auxiliary officers sworn in for the 2008-2009 calendar year were: Carol Sooy, Parliamentarian; Maryanne Taylor, President; Virginia Diamond, 1st Vice President; Grace Nolan, 2nd Vice President and Membership Chair; Kay Polk, Secretary; and Barbara Long, Treasurer. During the ceremony, service awards were given to several Auxiliary members who reached a landmark number of service hours, many reaching 1,000 or more hours. Jody Boetzer, publicist for the hospital, said the Auxiliary contributes to Sutter Amador Hospital in many ways. Members volunteer their time to a variety of areas including the gift shop, concierge cart, information desk, thrift shop and various departments throughout the hospital. Funds raised by the Auxiliary are returned to the hospital in the form of needed medical equipment for patient care services. Over the years, they have also provided many scholarships for nursing students and others studying a clinical field. Through these investments in the hospital and in the caregivers, the Auxiliary helps ensure quality medical care for our community. Those interested in becoming an Auxiliary member can stop by the hospital to pick up an application or call (209) 223-7500.