Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Crocheted Wheelchair Bags are needed

I had an appointment at the Veteran Hospital, the other day. While waiting a volunteer came around with a cart of stuff to give to veterans in appreciation of their service in the military.  I received a craft wallet that you string together, flags to place on a desk, (american, p.o.w, and a proud veteran never forgets) also a christian CD. I told the woman thank you and asked how could I volunteer? I told her that I crocheted and is there something that I could do to help? I was informed that they were in need of Wheelchair bags to be given to Military/veteran hospice patient,  also blankets, hats, scarfs and gloves, in patriotic colors, I thought to myself, I can do that! I got more information and the address to send the items, Durham VA Medical Center, Attention Voluntary Service (135), 508 Fulton Street, Durham, NC 27705 because I live in North Carolina or you can go to the website: http://soldiersangels.org if you would like to help soldiers/veterans in need. Also Soldiers'  Angels except cash donation and,  help in sending care packages. There is a great need for our soldiers and veterans and crochet is a great way for me to help. Hope you will be encouraged to use your skills in crocheting to help others. I've heard  people say that  crocheting/knitting is a dying art form. I say it's an artistic form that is dying to help its community, family, and friends and there nothing old about that.

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