Christmas Drive for Vets

Christmas is approaching, and the Connecticut Veterans Home is organizing a donation drive to benefit the men and women who use their facilities. Please take a moment to look over the list and see if there is a way you can help give someone a better holiday.

You can drop off material donations at 287 West Street; Rocky Hill, Connecticut 06067.

Monetary donations can be sent to:

Tammy Perdue Marzik—Manager of Community Advocacy
Office of the Commissioner
CT Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs
287 West Street; Rocky Hill, CT 06067.

Thank you!

Joe

Gift Suggestions:

Clothing: NEW ITEMS WITH TAGS ONLY

Recreational Items:
Scenic Posters for Rooms
colored markers
Adult coloring books

Underwear:
T-shirts (M, L, XL,2X, 3X, 4X)

Bottoms: (All sizes: Men’s M to 6X, Women’s S to XL)
Sweat Pants

Sundries: (NO HOTEL SAMPLES PLEASE!)
Shampoos & Conditioners
Baby/Shower Powder
Lotions
Men’s Deodorants
Men’s body wash
Lip bam

Tops: (All sizes to 4X)
Polo/sport/casual
T-shirts (Pockets a plus)
Cardigan Sweaters
Winter Coats or Jackets

Coats: (All sizes: Men’s M to 4X, Women’s M to XXL)
Golf/Light Weight Jackets
Quilted insulated Flannel Jackets

Shoes: (Men’s sizes 7 to 15)
Velcro closure sneakers
Slippers

Accessories: (All sizes)
Gloves & Hats
Belts waist 36-56
Socks – Diabetic, Crew, Ankle

Women Veterans    
Feminine Body wash
Shampoo and Conditioner      
Powder
Lotion
Gift certificates
Deodorant

Other Popular Items:
Rechargable Razors
Talking Watches
Travel Neck Pillows – (no bean or inflatable)
Headphones with soft ear covers
Battery Operated Alarm Clocks/radio
UCONN Items
Red Sox, Yankees, Patriots, Giants Items
Battery Powered/Rechargeable Toothbrush
Military Memorabilia (Patches, Caps, etc.)
ITunes Gift Cards
IPOD Music Players
Batteries (AA, AAA, C, D)
Umbrellas
Postage Stamps

PLEASE DELIVER HOLIDAY ITEMS BY FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2015!
PLEASE CALL Judy Barnes at (860) 655-6049 to ARRANGE A DELIVERY APPOINTMENT!