In continuing its relationship with the Batavia VA Medical Center, the Harvey C. Noone Churchville American Legion Auxiliary Unit 954 recently visited Cindy Baker, Center for Development and Civic Engagement Specialist. The Churchville Auxiliary delivered some early holiday cheer with several items.
First, was a donation in the amount of $400 from the Churchville Auxiliary. The money will purchase each of their eighty patients, one female and 79 males, their own individual canteen books. These books contain coupons that allow residents to purchase items and necessities. The canteen books will be inside holiday cards sent by the Auxiliary to each person, letting them know they are thought of during the holiday season.
Second, Harvey C. Noone American Legion donated bags of full-size toiletry items, new clothes, arts and crafts, calendars, daily planners, puzzle books, and even pictures for their walls. The Auxiliary has been collecting items throughout the year and will continue to do so. If you would like to donate items, please see below.
Lastly, as a special something for the veterans, the Auxiliary delivered over eighty ice cream novelty treats. When speaking with Ms. Baker later that afternoon, she expressed how excited they all were to receive them. One of the veterans even exclaimed, “I haven’t had one of these since I lived at home!” For that veteran, it has been years since he was home. Sometimes it is just small things that can put a smile on someone’s face.
To donate to the Batavia VA Medical Center, drop off items throughout the year to the bartender at the Churchville American Legion, 6444 Buffalo Road, on Thursday or Friday evenings between 6 and 9 p.m. Needed items include:
•New clothes; example: polo shirts, sweatpants, sizes from Large to 8XL (please note they are not allowed to accept used clothing).
•Personal care items – full size
•Gift cards for any amount
•Calendars
•Twin size warm blankets/quilts for their beds
•Arts and crafts items, including adult coloring books, colored pencils
•Outdoor lawn games for warmer months.
The medical center is also looking for volunteers. Visit their website for more information.
Please remember these veterans have sacrificed for our country and freedom. They are so appreciative when they are thought of and remembered on Veterans Day, and all through the year.
Anyone interested in becoming a member of the Harvey C. Noone Churchville American Legion, Auxiliary, or Sons of Legion, is welcome to stop in to learn more about the groups and how they give back. The Post Home is located at 6444 Buffalo Road, Churchville. Call 585-293-1364 for information.
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