Editor’s note: From now through Dec. 24, The Garden Island will share stories of families who could use a little holiday cheer along with an appeal for monetary donations of any size. Funds raised will be distributed to needy families
Editor’s note: From now through Dec. 24, The Garden Island will share stories of families who could use a little holiday cheer along with an appeal for monetary donations of any size. Funds raised will be distributed to needy families by Zonta Club members, who purchase gift certificates at appropriate businesses to help make these simple wishes come true. Because of logistical limitations, only monetary donations can be accepted.
Bring a smile to her face
Mrs. White lives with her family who just recently lost their home due to financial situations. They are presently seeking employment and raising four children. Mrs. White is also assisting family members that were affected by recent storms. She is worried, depressed and saddened by her family situations, receiving new clothing would bring a smile to her face. (F7)
Warm blankets would help
Aunty Bea takes care of her husband who is frail and bedridden. They live very humbly with their limited income and because of frequent hospital visits and purchasing medication they have little extra to spend. Warm blankets and new jackets would bring much warmth during the cold season. (F8)
A new handbag for shopping
Jane lives with her son who does not offer any support to her; she is frail, hard of hearing and depends on friends to assist her with shopping and doing errands. She would love to have a new handbag for her shopping trips. (F9)
Make her happy with a puzzle
Loretta lives alone and is having difficulty meeting her financial obligations. Her medications takes a large portion of her income and her family has no contact and does not provide financial or emotional support to her. Crocheting and doing puzzles makes her happy throughout the day. (F10)
Puzzles for Mrs. Shin
Mrs. Shin is 80 years old and lives with her disabled daughter. She takes care of her needs throughout the day and barely has any time for herself. They barely get by with groceries and use the remainder of their income to pay for rent and medication for her daughter. Mrs. Shin would love to have crossword puzzles and other puzzles to do when she has the time. (F11)
Peter needs to stay warm
Peter lives in a care home with no family on the island. He lives on a very limited income and is in need of new clothes and a warm comforter for the winter season. (F12)
Gloves for Mrs. Brown
Mrs. Brown lives with her daughter and other family members. Some of the family members just recently got laid off. The family is on a tight budget, restricting any extras. Mrs. Brown suffers from arthritis and with the weather getting colder, her hands and feet get increasingly painful. Some warm gloves and thick socks would help her during the holidays. (F13)
Sally would love new cookware
Aunty Sally had a stroke a couple of years ago and lives alone with no family on the island. She is totally independent and is sometimes helped by neighbors with her daily living needs. She still cooks for herself and would love to receive new cookware. (F14)
Add to Jim’s wardrobe
Jim recently moved into a care home and is very lonely and depressed. His family lives on O‘ahu so he has very limited contact with family members. His income goes to pay for his care at the home, so he has no money to buy anything special for himself. A new jacket and house slippers would add to his limited wardrobe. (F15)
Clothes for Michael
Michael has been homeless for over seven years on and off. He is a veteran and refuses to have anything to do with the VA benefits he is entitled to. He probably has had 14 jobs since I met him. It seems he can’t hold on to them. He could really use some warm clothes. (G50)
• Checks should be written to Zonta Club of Kaua‘i Foundation. Donations are tax-deductible, and should be mailed to Zonta Club of Kaua‘i Foundation, c/o Dimples Kano, P.O. Box 3032, Lihu‘e HI 96766-6032. For more information, contact Kano at 822-9882.