26 Jul 2021
2021 Summer Needs List

2021 Summer Needs List

Summer brings it's own challenges for our clients in shelter, housing programs, and Rare Breed youth. Consider donating items from our needs list to help those in need. Bus Passes Single ride bus passes can be purchased at CU Transit Station, 211 N Main Ave. (6am-11pm) Hygiene Hand sanitizers (small)Body wash/shampoo/conditionerDeodorantSunscreen/aloe vera/bug sprayLip balm/ChapstickDisposable razorsToothpaste (full size)Combs/picks (new)Lotion (small)First aid kits Cleaning Laundry detergentDish soapMops/broomsToilet paperPaper towelsTrash bagsToilet brushes/plungersLysol wipes/cleaning sprays Furniture Kitchen tables and chairsSofas and arm chairsBed framesmattresses (no tears or stains)Dressers Household Can openersCooking utensilsCookwareBath towelsBlankets/sheetsPillows Rare Breed Body wash/shampoo/conditionerDeodorantSunscreen/aloe vera/bug sprayLip balm/ChapstickLaundry detergentBaby wipes/diapersPop-top canned foodhigh…
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19 Nov 2019

Housing is the Key

When Mercedez came into the Rapid Rehousing Families program through The Kitchen, Inc., she was fighting a meth addiction. After almost a year with the addiction, while still in the program, she had her children removed from her home and became involved in rehab and drug court. For Mercedez, that was the incentive and support she needed to get completely off of drugs.  She began working the program designed for her through the Division of Family Services and the court system to get her children back in the home. Also, during that time Mercedez got a part time job, and…
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