Fill 'Blessing Bags' for Low-Income Senior at Wesley Woods
11/30/2017
Wesley Woods is offering an opportunity for churches or individuals to "be a blessing" to low-income seniors this Christmas.
They are collecting "Blessing Bags" stuffed with donated items that are critical household items and healthy snacks for low-income residents. Items should be delivered by December 20, 2017. Find instructions and what to pack below:
Helpful Ideas and Instructions
- Where possible, purchase travel sized items.
- Have youth decorate each bag.
- Include a personal handwritten note.
- Use small brown paper gift bags with handle.
What to Pack
Household Items
- Trash bags
- 3-piece bath towel sets
- Depends (Men + Women)
- First aid kits
- Rubbing alcohol
- Peroxide
- Band aids
- Antibiotic ointment
- Hydrocortisone cream
- Liquid laundry detergent
- Dish washing liquid
- Bleach
- Paper towels
- Gift Cards (Family Dollar, Wal-Mart, Kroger)
Healthy Snacks
- Granola bars
- Fruit
- Trail mix
- Raisins
- Apple sauce
- Bottled water
- Sugar free candy
Delivery Instructions
After collecting the items listed above, please coordinate delivery with Kelly Harris at
kelly.harris@wesleywoods.org or (404) 728-6204.