Somebody needs you

Thu., Sept. 25, 2008

The goal of Somebody Needs You is to match donors with the specific requests of needy Spokane residents.

The list of requests is coordinated by the Volunteers of America in cooperation with recognized social service agencies in Spokane. If you have an item to donate, please contact the social service agency directly. Donors who can deliver items are especially appreciated. If someone you know needs help, contact a local social service agency provider.

•Single mother with child and second due in November needs a twin bed, couch, desk, kitchen dishes, pots and pans, silverware and lamps. Contact Selina at Community Health Association of Spokane, 434-0297.

•Family with twin boys on the way needs a twin stroller, two cribs, bathing tub, car seats, diapers, changing table, swing or bouncer. Contact Nikki at Family Service Spokane, 838-4128.

•ResCare Home Care needs a walker with seat and wheelchair. Contact Cassy at Community Outreach, 927-9111.

•Female in first apartment needs coffee maker, pots and pans, utensils, vacuum, alarm clock, towels, blankets, sheets, (twin size) and a DVD player. Contact Amber at Family Service Spokane, 838-4128.

•Single mother with two children needs two twin beds. Contact Tia at Empowering Inc., 768-1345.

•Family needs two twin beds and two dressers. Contact Tia at Empowering Inc., 768-1345.

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