Cup of Cheer Care Packages 2022

 Let's get right to it:

Cup of Cheer is now....ALL YEAR!

Yes, I love how that rhymes. So, what's going on?

I created Cup of Cheer Holiday Cards this year. If you missed the memo, click HERE.

Cup of Cheer was aimed at giving senior living residents a very merry holiday with handmade cards from all over the US. These card makers put in so much effort and love and I feel like even though I put together this organization, I wasn't as hands on as I usually am. I then got to thinking about after the holidays, when the weather is dreary and the moods are low. The seniors can't walk around outside or even sit on outdoor benches because of the cold Midwest winter (and let me tell you, these residents LOVE their walks). 

I researched what I could do to keep up their spirits. I won't be going back to school until Fall 2022 and although I'll be vigorously working on scholarships in the spring, I won't be ATTENDING school. Which means I have (somewhat) some free time. And what better way to have this free time than to give back. I usually do some volunteer stuff on VolunteerMatch.com during that time, but my heart and soul is connected to this Senior Living Community right now. 

So, Cup of Cheer is staying all year! Well, at least for this next event. What is that, you ask?

CARE PACKAGES! What better way to show some wintery cheer with a cute little box of goodies?!

What I've learned from my residents by paying close attention: They're always cold, they sit upstairs in the loft alone to work on puzzles, they like a good book and they're always looking for simple activities to do.

What I'm thinking about putting in the packages: nonslip socks/gloves, a good puzzle book, some playing cards, lip balm (for the blustery winter), and a handmade bookmark (by me). 

Of course, this is a very simple list right now and I don't even know if I'll raise ANY funds, but I'll be needing to make 150 boxes, which equals $1,500 for each $10 box. I would like to make it more because I think $10 is too low, BUT it is what is it and I don't want to ask too much. 

My residents have created a bond with me and I would love to give them anything I can. This is my volunteer activity that feels close to my heart :)

I always tell people: for most residents, this is their last home. I'm happy to work front desk at a place where I feel like I'm helping. 

Now it's your turn to help ME (please!) 

Below is the GoFundMe that will be going until February and I HOPE to reach that goal.

Here's a list of things I will be looking to purchase but if you have any BRAND NEW items of these, please send them my way!

Please email me HERE for my address or any questions!

LINK TO THE CARE PACKAGE GOFUNDME

Thank you for keeping your heart open!

Love, 
Megan