Advent Project 2024
Last year an Advent project was initiated to collect items for nursing home residents. A newspaper article discussing how many people in nursing homes have very little disposable income prompted this project. Many needs are fulfilled by the institutions, however, items which we consider everyday essentials are not provided.
In 2023 this project was spearheaded by Trinity, but this year after interest was expressed from all the Episcopal churches, this project can now have more far-reaching effects. A total of 60 bags of items were delivered to Rosemont Nursing Home last year — a great success! Just imagine what can happen in 2024 with all churches participating and hopefully with outreach to more nursing homes.
We take for granted each day when we use toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, razors, lotions, etc. These are the very ordinary items that will seem like a personal luxury to nursing home patients who may have very little money left over for such items.
Beginning in October, there will be boxes in each church to collect items. At the beginning of December, all items will be collected and bagged in holiday style for distribution. Cathy Clouser will work with the County Ombudsman’s office to determine where the greatest need is.
Please donate FULL items only (specifically travel size)— not half-used lotions or shampoos that you may have used at a hotel. And please check for expiration dates on toothpastes, etc.
These are some of the items we are looking for (you may add something to the list if you think they are useful):
• Toothpaste and toothbrushes
• Shampoos and conditioners
• Body lotions, hand lotions
• Travel tissues
• Nail files
• Disposable razors
• Mouthwash, breath mints
• Combs
• Hand wipes, bathroom wipes
• Hand sanitizer
• Lip balm
What a joy for these special people to receive a brightly colored bag with items for personal use! And what a blessing for those of us who have donated knowing we are making a difference in Christ’s Love!
Thank you — God bless you!
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