Sew & Sews supports local nonprofits by providing handmade items to help improve the lives of the men, women and children they serve.
The process starts when someone emails [email protected] with the name and address of a Verandah resident with health issues who could benefit from receiving one of our gifts.
Seat belt protectors work well for people with a port, sling, or chest injuries. Pillows are usually given for hip, knee, shoulder and orthopedic issues. Fleece blankets work well for people with other illnesses. We’ve been told our fleece blankets are like receiving a “warm hug.”
However, we aren’t mind- readers and need help from the community to let us know when someone would benefit from one of our gifts.
So far this year, Verandah Cares has distributed 24 blankets, 30 pillows, and three seat belt protectors.
Most funds supporting Verandah Cares and Sew & Sews come from resident support through our Holiday Tour of Homes and Sip and Shop. Attending one of our community events provides funds needed to purchase fabric and sewing essentials. The labor involved is free and provided by our Sew & Sews volunteers!
If you’d like to request a Verandah Cares gift for a resident, email: [email protected]
