Now Accepting Donations for Disabled Individuals Moving Into Homes of Their Own in the Community
S.T.E.P. and other Supported Living providers across Sacramento are assisting individuals who will be leaving The Gardens, a large skilled nursing facility that is closing at the end of January. Many of those we are supporting have lived in this facility for over 20 years. They will be moving into their own homes and apartments with nothing but what they had in a room they shared with another patient.
Our goal is to provide each person with all the typical things one needs in one's own home. We are thrilled to see the community response so far, but there is still more needed. You can read about this transition and watch a news clip in this KCRA News story.
All donations are tax deductible and we will provide a receipt. There is an extension set up for calls regarding donations, at (916) 679-1555 ext. 439. There is an account set up with Wells Fargo Bank under the name "Joe's Joint", which is a non-profit organization. See our Joe's Joint page to learn more about Joe's Joint.
We have received an outpouring of large items. We encourage the donation of gift cards and cash donations. These give people the opportunity to go to the store and make their own choices, a thing they have not had much opportunity to do. Donated items can be dropped off (during business hours)
at
S.T.E.P. Inc.
5945 Palm Drive
Carmichael, CA 95608
Directions
Here are some of the things we still need:
- Clothing
- Food
- Silverware
- Dishes
- Pots & pans
- Linens
- Towels & wash rags
- Blankets
- Bathroom items (toothbrush holder, soap dish, trash can, bath rugs)
- Small appliances (toasters, coffee makers, etc)
- Dish drainers
- Vacuum cleaners
- Lamps
- clocks
- Waste baskets
When making donations, we welcome you to provide your name and address, so these individuals can thank you personally, and we can provide an update on their successful transition to the community. You can also continue to check here for further updates. Your generosity is very much appreciated!
