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DONATE Enriching and Comforting Supplies to Hospice Patients!

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ORGANIZATION: Orange Hospice

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We are seeking donations to help enrich the lives of bedridden hospice patients at Orange Hospice. Your contributions will go a long way in stimulating their minds and providing a sense of comfort during their time of need. We are asking for the following NEW OR LIGHTLY USED items that can bring joy and creative engagement to our patients:

Mental Stimulation:

  • Simple games (board games, card games, etc.)

  • Jigsaw Puzzles

  • Rubik's cubes or similar puzzles

  • Craft supplies: (Crayons, color pencils, markers, craft paper, scissors, etc.)

Physical Stimulation and Comfort:

  • Soft blankets or lap quilts

  • Textured fabrics (e.g., soft velvet, fleece, or satin)

  • Sensory toys like squeeze balls, textured balls, or soft plush toys

  • Weighted blankets or toys (for calming effect)

  • Aromatherapy oils (lavender, chamomile, or citrus scents are particularly soothing)

  • Essential oil diffusers (to fill the room with calming scents)

  • Play dough, putty, or kinetic sand (for hand flexibility and focus)
  • Bubble wrap (for sensory stimulation and fun!)

  • Fidget spinners

Your generosity will help make a difference by bringing moments of joy, mental stimulation, and comfort to those who need it most. Every small contribution makes a big impact!

Thank you for your kindness and support in making life a little brighter for our hospice patients.

Donation Drop Off:

Click "I want to help" for more information and/or to schedule a drop-off. Drop offs must be scheduled ahead of time. Please note that due to limited transportation, we are unable to pick up donations ourselves.

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About Orange Hospice

Location:

7430 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90621, US

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide personalized end-of-life care to empower patients and their families to spend their remaining time together in comfort and dignity.

Description

With. It is our promise.

Orange Hospice is a team of loving and devoted professionals consisting of doctors, nurses, aides, social workers, counselors, chaplains, and volunteers, all working together with the same goal to provide the best end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families. We are with you when quality of life matters the most.

Proudly serving Orange, Los Angeles, and Riverside counties 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

CAUSE AREAS

Crisis Support
People with Disabilities
Seniors
Crisis Support, People with Disabilities, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

90621

(33.87948,-117.98933)
 

SKILLS

  • Crocheting
  • Knitting
  • Quilting
  • Sewing
  • Woodworking

GOOD FOR

  • Kids
  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.

Private Group Details

  • Group Size Range 1 - 50+
  • Event can be held at organization location(s)
  • Donation required

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