Needs of VA Hospitals In Your Own Back Yard

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Alabama

Darrell Delaine  - Chairman

Doug Dietz Engrgunny@msn.com  Co-chair

Sandra Childress  -Secretary/Treasury

 

This operation is Nation Wide please check out your area for a Stand Down Operation

The First Annual Operation Stand Down Huntsville will be held on November 2-4 at Joe Davis Stadium.  Registration will be from 0700am -1200pm Friday November 2nd 2007 and Saturday November 3rd from 0700am - 1200pm

What is a Stand Down?

In times of war, exhausted combat units requiring time to rest and recover were removed from the battle fields to a place of relative security and safety. At secure base camp areas, troops were able to take care of personal hygiene, get clean uniforms, enjoy warm meals, receive medical and dental care, mail and receive letters, and enjoy the camaradererie of friends in a safe environment.  

Today, Stand Down refers to a grassroots, community-based intervention program designed to help the nation’s estimated 200,000 homeless veterans “combat” life on the streets. Homeless veterans are brought together in a single location for one to three days and are provided access to the community resources needed to begin addressing their individual problems and rebuilding their lives. In the military, Stand Down afforded battle-weary soldiers the opportunity to renew their spirit, health and overall sense of well-being. Today’s Stand Down affords the same opportunity to homeless veterans. 

The members of “Operation Stand Down Huntsville “wants to continue what begun in San Diego during the spring of 1988. It is estimated that more than 100,000 homeless, veterans have received assistance at Stand Downs. It will give our homeless veterans some time to rest and recover from the day to day living on the streets, alleys, under bridges, in cars or where ever they can find shelter. We can do this by providing a secure area where they will feel safe, if only for a while. If we can save one life it will be worth it, if we can get one veteran off drugs and back to work it will be worth it. Veterans will be informed of community federal and state services. 

Operation Stand Down will require a great deal of support from our community. If your organization would like to participate in this worthy cause, please contact us. We need Volunteers, men’s clothing, food, and money assistance (tax deductible). 

Also, if you would like to be part of Operation Stand Down Team contact us.

Alaska

 

Arizona

 

Arkansas

 

California

VA Greater Los Angeles

Health Care System

11301 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA  90073

 

Attn: Voluntary Service 135

c/o Carrie Brandlin

310.268.3079

 

NO LIST OF NEEDS PROVIDED-Please Contact VA Hospital Directly

 

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VA San Diego Health System

Voluntary Resource Management Service (135)

3350 La Jolla Village Drive #135

San Diego, CA  92161

VOLUNTARY SERVICE NEEDS LIST

The VA San Diego Healthcare System does not solicit for donations, nor do we allow the name of the VA to be used in solicitations through other organizations.  However, for those organizations or individuals who inquire as to our needs, the following is a list you can use as a guide for our special needs, program support and/or equipment.  None of these items are available through our normal budget. 

Patient Clothing

1. Pants

     Waist Size 30, 32, 34, 36 average length

2. Shirts     

     Casual Size:  M, L, XL, 2X

3. T-Shirts  

     XL and up

4. Shoes Size:

     8 ½ - 13

5. Socks        

      Men's, white

6. Jackets  Size:   

     L, XL, 2x and up

7. Underwear

     (new)  Men's size L, XL, 2X and up 

Patient Comfort Items Individual size:

1. Disposable Safety Razors                                                 6.  Toothbrush

2. Alcohol-free Shampoo & Conditioner                             7.  Toothpaste

3. Alcohol-free Lotion                                                          8.  Shaving cream/gel

4. Alcohol-free Deodorant                                                   9.  Talc powder w/cornstarch

5. Combs                                                                             10.  Reading glasses 

Other items

Yarn

Audio books (CD’s)

Movies (DVD’s)

DVD Players

Phone Cards

Wheelchair bags

Lap Robes 50 x 60

Magazines (current within the last 4 months)

Crossword puzzle books (regular and large print)

Colors (8 in pack) and color books for children in Waiting Rooms 

Funds for following projects

Coffee supplies

Bus tokens for the following programs:

Emergency social work fund

ADTP (Alcohol Drug Therapy Program)

Homeless Program

To provide haircuts for inpatients

Emergency fund for returning OIF/OEF military

Patient recreational outings

Music Wellness Program

Player/Recorder for Visually impaired veterans

National Events:

Veterans Art Festival

National Veterans Wheelchair Games

Veterans Golden Age Games

Winter Sports Clinic

Monetary donations can be made to the VA San Diego Health System.  Please earmark your donation by indicating in the lower left corner of your check, the intent of your donation.

Donations can be sent to us at:       

 

VA San Diego Health System

Voluntary Resource Management Service (135)

3350 La Jolla Village Drive #135

San Diego, CA  92161

Thank you for your consideration of this request.    If you have any questions please contact me at (619) 552-8585 x 7819/3267.

 

Colorado

 

Connecticut

 

Delaware

 

Florida

 

Georgia

 

Hawaii

 

Idaho

 

Illinois

Indiana

 

Iowa

 

Kansas

 

Kentucky

Voluntary Service (135);

VA Medical Center;

800 Zorn Avenue;

Louisville, KY 40206-1499

Voluntary Service at 502-287-6221

 

Below is a listing of items that can be provided through donations to Voluntary Service that directly benefit the comfort, welfare, and morale of veterans receiving care at the Louisville, Kentucky, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center. Please contact Voluntary Service at 502-287-6221 if you are interested in donating to support any of these items or would like some additional information. Checks should be made out to the Louisville VA Medical Center; and mailed to Voluntary Service (135); VA Medical Center; 800 Zorn Avenue; Louisville, KY 40206-1499.

 Monetary Donation Needs: 

Televisions for Inpatient and Outpatient Areas: On-going special project to replace a large number of the 20” hospital-grade televisions ($350.00 each) that are mounted on brackets in inpatient and outpatient areas. In addition, there is an occasional need to replace larger televisions in waiting rooms. Checks should be designated to General Post Fund (GPF) #505. 

Personal Hygiene Items:  Items such as deodorant, shampoo, razors, shaving cream, toothpaste, shower gel, etc., are provided to inpatients.  An order is placed quarterly; placing an order of $1500 or more affords us free shipping.  Checks should be designated GPF #515. 

Social Work Emergency Fund: Used by VA Social Work staff to assist patients in urgent situations such as travel home upon discharge when no other transportation is available; or other urgent financial situations of patients in need that can not be met by any other means. Checks should designate GPF #502. 

OEF/OIF Veterans Fund: A newly established GPF account for monetary donations to benefit severely wounded veterans who have served in Afghanistan or Iraq, and who are receiving medical care at the VA. This fund will be used for special events for these returning veterans, as well as to support their ongoing and special needs. Donations should be designated to GPF #532. 

Warming Cabinets: Cabinets are needed that will warm blankets for patients undergoing procedures in the Radiology area. Some of the machines used require that rooms be kept at lower temperatures.  Warming blankets would increase the comfort of these patients.  Checks should designate GPF #500 (General Fund) and specify “For Warming Cabinets.” 

Material Donation Needs: 

Individual/Travel Size Personal Care Items

Individual/Travel sized shaving cream, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, shower gel (no bar soap), deodorant, disposable razors, hand lotion, combs, body powder, etc. can be donated that will be handed out to inpatients who need them.

Clothing

White socks are provided to inpatients as well as homeless veterans and other veterans in need.  In addition, the following items are provided to homeless veterans at our annual Stand Down and as needed throughout the year:  Coats, boots, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and backpacks/duffle bags.  We can only accept new items for this program.   

Phone Cards and TARC Bus Tickets

Phone cards are needed for veterans who need to make calls to their family while receiving care in the hospital. Bus tickets are needed for veterans receiving care outpatient programs who need transportation within the Louisville area to come to/from the medical center.

Quilts/Blankets

Quilts are provided to patients on our inpatient hospice ward and our substance abuse residential treatment unit.  Blankets are provided to homeless veterans at Stand Down and through our Homeless Veterans Coordinator.

Snacks/Refreshments

Individually wrapped snack crackers, fat free puddings, Jell-O, or fruits in natural juices are offered to hospitalized veterans looking for refreshments between meals. 

 

 

 

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical Center
1101 Veterans Drive
Lexington, KY  40502-2236
 

Below is a listing of items that can be provided through donations to Voluntary Service that directly benefit the comfort, welfare, and morale of veterans receiving care at the Lexington, Kentucky Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center. Please contact Voluntary Service at 859-281-4930/3930 if you are interested in donating to support any of these items or would like some additional information. Checks should be made out to the Lexington VA Medical Center; and mailed to  

Voluntary Service (135-CD); VA Medical Center; 1101 Veterans Drive; Lexington, KY 40502-2236. 

Monetary Donation Needs: 

Televisions for Inpatient and Outpatient Areas: 

On-going special project to replace a large number of the 20” hospital-grade televisions ($320.00 each) that are mounted on brackets in inpatient and outpatient areas throughout both our Leestown Road and Cooper Drive Divisions. Other televisions needed include large screen televisions for 2 of our inpatient dayrooms ($900.00 each); 20” hospital-grade flat screen televisions needed for 3 of the rooms in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit ($750.00 each); and a large flat screen television for the Urgent Care Waiting Area ($900.00). Checks should note the donation is for a patient television and designated to GPF Account #59. 

Comfort Kits of Personal Care Items ($750.00 used per month): Passed out to the approximately 75 veterans admitted as new inpatients on a weekly basis. A case of 100 kits costs $187.00. Checks should designate GPF #93. 

Social Work Quick Fund: Used by VA Social Work staff to assist patients in urgent situations such as travel home upon discharge when no other transportation is available; or other urgent financial situations of patients in need that can not be met by any other means. Checks should designate GPF #7. 

Polytrauma Veterans Fund: A newly established GPF account for monetary donations to benefit severely wounded veterans who have served in Afghanistan or Iraq who are receiving medical care at the VA. This fund will be administered by some of our Social Work staff and may be used for overnight hotel accommodations, transportation costs, meals, etc. for these veterans who need assistance in traveling to the medical center. Donations should be designated to GPF #1158. 

Gifts for Veterans Project: Used to purchase various gift items that are placed in a specially marked travel bag and handed out to all veterans hospitalized as inpatients at both divisions on Christmas Day. Checks should designate GPF #49.  

Low Vision/Blind Rehab HOPTEL Items Needed: Donations are needed to provide a large screen television (52” or above), a refrigerator, and a microwave to benefit visually impaired veterans receive rehabilitation care in a new program to be located at our Leestown Road Division. 

Material Donation Needs: 

Various Individual Size Personal Care Items

Individual sized shaving cream, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, disposable razors, hand lotion, combs, body powder, etc. can be donated that will be handed out to inpatients who need them. 

Clothing

Adult male and female clothing items such as large and above size shirts, sweaters, jackets, pants, shoes, underclothes; as well as, gloves, socks, hats, etc. can be donated that will be made available to patients who need them through the VA Clothing Room. These items can be new or used if in good condition. 

Toll-Free Phone Cards and Lex-Tran Bus Tokens – Phone cards are needed for veterans who need to make calls to their family while receiving care in the hospital. Bus tokens are needed for veterans receiving care in rehab programs who need transportation within the Lexington area to come to/from the medical center or transportation for community job programs. 

Quilts – For the inpatient beds of veterans receiving care on the two units of our Nursing Home Care Unit (approximately 60 patients) to assist in providing a more “home” and individual atmosphere.

 

Louisiana

 

Maine

 

Maryland

 

Massachusetts

 

Michigan

D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans

Beth Heikkinen, Activity Director

D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans

425 Fisher Street

Marquette, MI  49855

Phone: 1-906-226-3576, Extension 348.  Toll-free: 1-800-433-6760

e-mail: HeikkinenE9@Michigan.gov

A modern nursing home for veterans located in Marquette, Michigan, operated by the State under the State of Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, providing 182 nursing care beds, two infirmary beds, and 59 residential beds.  For more information of this facility, check out the website at: http://www.michigan.gov/dmva/0,1607,7-126-2362_2763---,00.html

“WISH LIST” (Priority Items) 

A.  Sponsorship of Special Bingo events.  These are very popular with our members! 

B.  Donations to purchase magazine subscriptions (hunting, fishing, ”large print” publications, Time, Newsweek, Reminisce, Ladies Home Journal, Military stories, farming, gardening, hobbies, etc. 

C.  Donations for the Members Activities Program.  Covers wide and diversified range of activities of in-Home and community activities and recreation., i.e. movies, concerts, plays, bowling, variety of sports, YMCA swimming, musicians, comedians, parties, singers, travelogues, karaoke, scenic and historic site tours, video collections, CD’s, wood shop, ceramics, shop, greenhouse and cooking class. 

D.  Monetary donations towards our “Eden Approach Program” to assist with purchasing food, maintenance of fish tanks, aviaries, veterinarian costs, purchase of plants for members rooms and painted murals. 

E.  Donations support the “Member Assistance Fund” to assist veterans cover expenses in such critical areas as vision, dental and hearing care. 

F.  Eye glass repair kits. 

G.  Monetary donations towards the purchase of wireless headsets for TV’s. 

H.  Monetary donations towards telephones for Member rooms. 

I.  Basic Universal TV remotes with large numbers. 

J.  Monetary donations for After Hours Dining Experience ($11.00 each member). 

K.  Monetary donations for oxygen tank holders for backs of wheelchairs.

L.  Monetary donations towards the purchase of pocket talkers. 

M.  Monetary donations for Roho low profile wheelchair cushion 18”x16”. 

N.  Monetary donations for arm protectors. 

O.  Bladder Scan  ($8,760) 

P.  Electronic equipment for Carillon ($14,000) 

Q.   Shadow boxes  ($175.00 each) 

R.  20” television sets with audio out jack – flat screen

S.  Video Eye Magnifier  ($2,500) 

T.  Headphones (to use with boom boxes, TV’s, & pocket talkers 

Comfort items needed include:  soft bristle toothbrushes,  toothpaste, no-alcohol mouthwash, Efferdent, denture adhesive, Polident Cream, deodorant, shaving cream, electric razors (personal), finger and toenail clippers, soft bristle hair brushes, combs, emery boards.   Monetary donations for comfort items are also appreciated. 

 

Minnesota

 

Mississippi

 

Missouri

John J. Pershing VA Medical Center

Voluntary Service (135)

1500 N. Westwood Blvd

Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 

 

Contact:

Violet Ferrell, Vol. Service Specialist

18 hosp. beds, 38 nursing home beds

 

As discussed 8-14-07, the following list of items would benefit our veterans:

Crossword Puzzle Books, Plastic cups with lids, Electric razors, Chapstick, White Cotton Handkerchiefs, Phone Cards, $5 and $10 gift cards from Wal-Mart for incentive for Substance Abuse Program, Large Print Western Books, Sugar Free and Regular Cookies, Monetary donations for Recreational Needs for Extended Care Unit (for purchasing videos, special luncheons, craft items), Recreation Fund #9704, Wall of Valor Fund # 9712

 

JEFFERSON BARRACKS DIVISION

JOHN COCHRAN DIVISION

August 2007

 

CASH DONATIONS: 

Cash donations may be made to the medical facility by individuals and /or by organizations.  Cash donations must be hand carried to the Voluntary Service office, at which time a receipt noting the purpose and the amount of the donation, is issued to the donor. 

Checks may be hand carried or mailed.  Please ensure that checks are made out to the

VA Medical Center with the notation of its PURPOSE in the memo section, we have listed on this sheet the General Post Fund (GPF) that is associated with each need so that you may donate money instead of items if you wish to do so. 

              MAILING ADDRESS:

VA Medical Center

Voluntary Service (135-JB)

#1 Jefferson Barracks Drive

Saint Louis, MO 63125-4199 

OR 

VA Medical Center

Voluntary Service (135JC)

915 N Grand Boulevard

Saint Louis MO  63106 

GENERAL DONATIONS 

1.One-dollar ($1.00) Canteen Coupon Books (GPF 8109):  Canteen Coupon Books are used by patients as monetary exchange at our medical center to purchase items they may need or desire.  Please make check payable to VA Medical Center to be earmarked for this purchase, by noting it in the memo section of the check.; However, if you are purchasing canteen books for your activity, please go directly through the Canteen, 314-652-4100, JB 64554, JC-54522. Coupon books are also used for patient haircuts-which help improve self-esteem. 

PLEASE DO NOT ORDER THROUGH VOLUNTARY SERVICE STAFF IF THEY ARE FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION'S USE FOR BINGO, PARTIES OR DISTRIBUTION.   CHECKS SHOULD BE PAYABLE DIRECTLY TO THE "VA CANTEEN SERVICE". 

2.Stamps: Forever stamps will always cover the cost of mailing letters and cards for patients without funds. 

3.Writing Materials: Writing paper, envelopes, stamped-postcards, ballpoint pens, pencils. 

4.Lap Robes: Nursing Service says they prefer Lap Robes made from a toweling material such as terry cloth or fleece material, anything very soft to the touch. 

5.Refreshments (GPF 8119 JB or GPF 8120 JC): Candy, gum, snacks and baked goods are to be individually pre-packaged and purchased from a licensed distributor.  We also need sugar free snacks for diabetics, coffee and supplies for the hospitality carts at both divisions and CBOC's 

6.Reading Materials (GPF 8105):  Westerns and Mysteries, and magazines current to three (3) months old.  Please deliver the reading materials to Building 50.  *We also are in the need of organizations to re-subscribe to magazines that we are already receiving. 

A. PLEASE DO NOT BRING MAGAZINES OLDER THAN THREE MONTHS

B. PLEASE DO NOT BRING USED PUZZLES

C. WE CAN ALSO USE PLAYING CARDS AND NEW PUZZLE BOOKS 

7.Personal Care Items (GPF 8153):  Voluntary Service tries to provide each patient with the following items upon admission.  If your organization wants to donate items for this service we would be most appreciative.  However, if you wish, you could provide funds for this service.  We have a source that sells these items at a reasonable cost.  Check donations should read "Comfort or Hygiene Items" in the memo section of the check.

•Shaving Cream

•Disposable Razors

•Combs, picks and brushes

•Toothpaste, Toothbrushes

•Shampoo, Deodorant

•Feminine hygiene

•Laundry Detergent

•Non-skid scuffs/slippers

•Denture Cleanser

•Denture Adhesive

•Reading glasses

•Lotion

•Chap stick

•Flip-flops/shower shoes 

8.Microwaves: are needed in some ward areas; please contact Voluntary Service for locations. 

9.Pre-Paid Phone Cards: for veterans to call loved ones long-distance. 

10.Clothing (GPF 8153):  Voluntary Service operates a full clothing room at JB and keeps undergarments available for patients at JC.  At JB we fill clothing requests on a weekly basis at an average of 10 per week we can use only new undergarments but gently used of the other items listed

•Men's underwear and boxers all sizes (new only)

•Men's undershirts including big men's sizes (new only)

•Men's socks athletic and black (new only)

•Men's shoes athletic and dress (new or gently used)

•Men's belts (new or gently used)

•Men's jeans all sizes (new or gently used)

•Suitcases, backpacks and duffle bags 

WISH LIST 

1.Occupational Therapy (GPF 8101) has a very active patient activity, which includes the wood shop.  The woodshop has many needs.  If you are interested in helping the woodshop, Incentive Therapy or Compensated Work Therapy Program, please see Voluntary Service Specialist at JB, for detailed information. 

2.Hospice Fund (GPF 8110) for the special needs of patient's at the end of their life's journey. 

3.Recreation Therapy Service (GPF 8114) is in need of donations to support their recreational outings, bingo's and therapeutic activities conducted in the Gym, Pool and Bowling areas. 

4.Special Events Account JB (GPF 8118) is an account set aside for Voluntary Service to use to support programs like National Salute, Veterans Day, POW/MIA, and other miscellaneous ward and clinic functions intended as a special event for our inpatients. 

5.Special Events Account JC (GPF 8121) is an account set aside for Voluntary Service to accommodate special events in the same fashion as account 8118 above but for the JC Division. 

6.Televisions, VCR's and DVD's (GPF 8116) are often needed in clinical areas.  Please check with the Voluntary Service to see what our current needs are. 

7.Guest Lodging Fund (GPG 8181) is an account established to accept funds for hotel lodging for veterans and their family traveling from long distances to receive are/evaluations at the St. Louis VAMC.  Use of this fund is coordinated with social work and based upon need. 

8.Piano: the piano in the lobby of building 53 is on its last leg and needs replaced.  It is used for a variety of activities and music therapy throughout the year.  If you would like to donate toward the purchase of a new one, or have a used one that is in good shape please let us know. 

If you make equipment purchases for the Medical Center, please ensure that Voluntary Staff is aware of the purchase and gets a visual of these items by preparing a completed donation form and turning it into the Voluntary Service Office for either location.  We report all purchased equipment for the medical center to the logistics department for serial and identification numbers.  This process will ensure we complete the request for donation tags (Donated by: ALA, VFW, etc.) in a timely manner.

 

Montana

 

Nebraska

 

Nevada

 

New Hampshire

 

New Jersey

Voluntary Service, Department of Veterans Affairs

New Jersey Health Care System

Voluntary service

151 Knollcroft Rd

Lyons, NJ 07939

Attention: Rikki

 P 973-604-5814

F 973-604-5270

Nursing Home care Unit 143: CLOSED FOOTWEAR- no sandals, slippers, backless shoes

Men’s apparel: Pants (elastic waist, please) swear pants shorts, shirts, polo and dress, suits in L- XXXL, Underwear (Size 38, 40, 42), Cotton socks (Size 10-13), Shoes/sneakers, (Size 10, 11, 12, and 13), Shower shoes (Size 10-13)

Lightweight jackets and coats, XL, L, and medium (new and used) 

Women's apparel: House coats (snap or front button down), blouses (X- XL) women's sweat pants 

Cosmetic cases with hair products ; shampoo, conditioner, comb and brush, lip gloss, deodorant, body wash, lotion and body spray, toothpaste and toothbrushes, and barrettes

Comfort Basket items: Shower gel (NO bar soap or large toothpaste due to infection control policy)           

Canteen books, toothbrushes, combs, brushes, deodorant, shaving cream. Playing cards, NEW Crossword or Sudoku or word find books etc. telephone cards, stationery/stamps envelopes  

Seasonal items: Knit hats, gloves, baseball caps 

Palliative care items for family members staying overnight:  ADL kits (toothbrushes, toothpaste, comb, disposable washcloths, paper plates, bottled water, coffee, tea, sugar, creamer, soda, soup, crackers, cookies, and sympathy cards... also stamps for sympathy cards.  

Seasonal /Holiday gifts: Due to our Patient Population, we can no longer accept wrapped gifts. We will continue to accept gifts on behalf of the veterans, but they cannot be wrapped.  

In addition, sharp items i.e. kitchen knives, glass items and decorative items with pins are not acceptable donations. 

"We request that all donors adhere to the Medical Center Food Policy, which does not permit homemade cookies, cakes or candy be accepted. They will accept commercially prepared food items in their original packaging within the expiration date. These policies are in place to ensure the health and welfare of the veterans.  If you have a question regarding the appropriateness of a donation, please call the office at 908-604-5814 so that the staff can provide you with guidance. " 

 

New Mexico

 

New York

11

North Dakota

 

Ohio

 

Oklahoma

 

Oregon

 

Pennsylvania

 

Rhode Island

 

South Carolina

 

South Dakota

 

Tennessee

 

Texas

 

Utah

 

Vermont

 

Virginia

Salem VA Hospital

Ann Benois

Chief, Voluntary Service

540-224-1919

For the safety of our patients:  Please do not place any glass items in gift bags.   We cannot accept alcohol-based mouthwash, over the counter medications, alcohol, cleaners, etc.  Gift bags will be checked prior to delivery and unaccepted items will be removed.  Please leave razors in their packages.  We deliver these separately to the Nurse Managers on each unit for distribution.  If any doubt, please ask us!  As always, thank you for your support of our veterans! 

Coffee Supplies (coffee/Information desk)

Instant Coffee - (Regular and Decaf – Kroger brand is fine)

Canned Coffee (5 lb. Cans) - Reg. & Decaf.

Instant Creamer – Large Jars

5lb. or 10 lb. bags of sugar

Sweet N’ Low

Filters

Monetary Donations For:

 “Newspapers for Vets” Program (daily newspapers for current events)

Bowling and Swimming

Bus passes

Cable TV Service – TV sets for patient rooms (these are special tv’s that have to be ordered through the VAMC)

Canteen Book (provide to indigent patients to purchase small items at Canteen)

Day Treatment Center (to purchase non-perishable food items)

 

SPONSORS FOR:

Canned soft drinks, light snacks for Cancer patients – (approx. $50/month)

Coffee and snack crackers (Community Residential Program)

Coffee and snacks for Palliative Care on ward 2-3 (family members)

MISCELLANEOUS:

Phone Cards (20-60 min)

Short Sleeve Shirts (L-XXL)

Suntan Lotion

Sweat Shirts/Pants (larger sizes)

2-Pool Tables

CD’s for Activity Center Jukebox (Country, Bluegrass, Oldies, Rock)

Hand held games

Wireless Microphone (pt. activities on the wards)

Interactive DVD Games (Ex:  Family Feud)

Extra Controllers for WII Game Station

Bird seed for patient garden area

Movie Tickets

Baseball Tickets (local Salem Avalanche Team)

Karaoke Machine with 20” Television (VCR/DVD Combo Unit)

Special Projects for Groups:

Portable Outdoor Stage for special patient entertainment (approx 30’-40’ wide x 18’-20’ deep)

Sponsor or donation of military service blankets for Palliative Care rooms (blanket is later presented to the family)

Battery operated vigil candles (window candles) with batteries for Palliative Care Room

Kids Keep Busy Packs (Non-toxic crayons, coloring/puzzle books, playing cards) – to occupy young visitors

Cultural Transformation – (This is a new program for the ECRC patients) ”PLEASE LOOK ON PAGE 2”

Personal Hygiene Items:

Deodorant

Combs/Brushes

*Razors (Patients prefer name-brand razors (Schick, Gillette, Bic, etc) – others pull

Shampoo

ICU/CCU - Oral Care Kits (with non-alcohol mouthwash)

T-shirts, socks, underwear (larger sizes)

Shoe Horns (plastic)

WISH LIST

CULTURAL TRANSFORMATION PROJECT

EXTENDED CARE UNIT (Wards 2-2 and 2-3) 

The goal of this project is enhance the environment on the unit to make it more “homey” and comfortable for our residents.  Patients will no longer be dressing in robe/pajamas (with a few exceptions) and will be able to wear their own personal clothing or comfortable new items donated to the unit (Ex:  sweatsuits, t-shirts).  Other features that have already been added include fish tanks, comfortable chairs, scenic pictures, etc.

Requests have been received from the unit include:

 

Sweatshirts/sweatpants (Sizes L, XL, 2XL) – NEW

T-shirts (Assorted colors in L, XL, 2XL) – NEW

(2) TVs with DVD/VCR combo (for residents to watch movies at leisure)

DVDs – THEY LOVE WESTERNS AND COMEDIES

Oblong dining room tablecloths (seasonal – fall, winter, spring – anything to brighten the room)

 

Washington

 

Washington DC

 

West Virginia

Louis A. Johson

VA Medical Center

1 Med Center Drive

Clarksburg, WV 26301

A.  Thank you for your support of our Medical Center and the patients we serve.  The following is a list of Control Point Fund Accounts that have been set up for programs to assist in helping our veteran population along with a brief description of their purpose.

1901 - RECREATION - activities for patients such as bowling, movies and attending ballgames.  Also purchases canteen books for patients at bingo.

1902 - CANTEEN BOOKS - purchases CB for patients, haircuts, purchases in retail store, cafeteria, phone cards.

1903 - CATHOLIC FUND - purchases item needed for Catholic services.

1904 - PROTESTANT CHAPLAIN - Christian literature, bibles, tunes for the piano.

1905 - CHRISTMAS FUND - Christmas gifts for patients, decorations for patient wards, patients' Christmas party refreshments.

1907 - GENERAL PURPOSE - buys coffee supplies for patient areas, comfort items, purchases strictly for patient use.  (fund is low at this time).

1910 - SOCIAL WORK FUND - supplies emergency items for veterans such as bus tickets to get home, food and gas.

1913 - VETERANS OUTREACH CENTER - purchases coffee supplies for the Vet Center, emergency needs of their veteran clients.

1915 - HOSPICE FUND - supplies comfort items for Hospice patient and family when needed and refreshments for these families.

1918 - VAVS FUND - VAVS Committee's fund.  Used by committee as members approve.

1920 - CBOX PARKERSBURG - coffee supplies for clinic, snacks, etc.

1924 - HOMELESS VETERANS FUND - this fund assists homeless veterans getting started in the community, assistance in obtaining identification, aids in homeless prevention, and purchases special need in the home.

1928 - WOMEN VETERANS PROGRAM - purchase handouts for veteran women's programs and refreshments at programs.

Make checks payable to the L. A. Johnson VAMC and in remarks put what CP Fund you want it put in.)  Louis A. Johnson, VA Medical Center, 1 Med Center Drive, Clarksburg, WV 26301

B.  The following is a comfort item needs list for the patients at the Medical Center:

Phone Cards

Tooth brushes

Tooth paste - small

Shaving cream - small

Shampoos - small

Denture tablets

Razors -- disposable

Combs

Deodorant - small

Socks

Underwear - S, M, L

T-shirts

Lap robes

Bibs

Ditty bags -- attach to wheelchairs

Jogging suits (ok for now)

Flip Flops - shower shoes

Female items (only few because of so few female patients)

Also just a visit from your group is greatly received by our patients.  If you would like we could sign up the members of your organization as volunteers and give them credit when they visit patients and/or pass out items.  Give John Thornhill a call at 203-623-3461 ext 3932.

C.  Funds needed for special projects:

Piano (new) collected $2,792.66 of the $3,500.00 - $707.34 still needed.

D.  The following is a list of volunteers needed and other volunteer possibilities.

Courtesy Van Relief Drivers - parking lot to bring patients and visitors from car to MC doors.

EKG Waiting Area - direct patients to proper area for appointment.

Fee Basis - office type work.

HHV Crafts in Afternoons - assist recreation with craft program with patients.

Oncology - greet patients and notify nurse and office type duties.

Chaplain Service - office type duties.

Diabetic Clinic - make packets, office type duties, assist with program setups.

Prosthetics - ok for now.

DAV DRIVERS - transports to and from appointments.  (Home to VA and return)  DAV Vans used.

Red Firm clerks office - office duties.

Pharmacy - mailings, distribution window.

Canteen - strengthen shelves, office duties.

Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy - assist walking patients, office type duties.

Escort - pick up and delivery of items throughout MC & assist wheelchair patients, etc.

Information desk - greet people as they enter the MC and give directions as needed.

File room - file patient records and pull records.

Library - distribute books and magazines, assist Librarian within the Library as needed.

Nursing Home Care Unit, 6th floor - help set up food trays, pass water and office duties.

War areas - set up food trays, pass water and office duties.

Release of Information - filing and office type duties.

Mental Health area - assist with patient programs, office duties, phone (5A)

Mailroom - distribute mail.

SPD - distribute items to wards, shred paper, office duties.

Lab - shred paper, office duties

Food Service - assist in distribution of food trays, office duties.

Women's Clinic - office duties.

Recreation - activities/games with patients on the Nursing Home Care Unit.

Enrollment/Means test.

Audiology.

HAS - phone calls, office work.

Again, I would like to express my appreciation for your concern and support for the veteran's programs at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center.  If you have any questions call me at 304-623-3461 ext. 3323 or John Thornhill at ext. 3932.

Stan Frum,  Chief, Public Affairs and Community Relations.

 

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