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Donations for Seniors Being Collected at Jonesboro Library

6 days ago in Community, Giving Guide, News, Senior Living

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Jonesboro, AR – JonesboroRightNow.com – Donations for seniors are being collected at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.

Supplies to make care packages benefiting residents of The Bungalows at Jonesboro, the Craighead County Nursing Center, and St. Bernards Village will be made with the donations.

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Requested items are listed below:

  • 100+ piece puzzles
  • Large print word search books
  • Toothpaste
  • Prizes for bingo
  • Adult coloring books
  • Scented body care
  • Adult nighttime pullups
  • Snacks

Donations will be accepted through Friday, July 10, and can be dropped off at the library, located at 315 W. Oak Ave.

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