Once again, United Way Area Agency on Aging (UWAAA) is collecting donations of store-bought holiday cakes, cookies and pies to deliver to seniors in long-term care at boarding homes in Jefferson County.
“Home Sweet Home for the Holidays” is an annual project of UWAAA’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which oversees area facilities and advocates for their residents. The project is designed to spread a little cheer among those who cannot be with family during the holidays.
“Everyone has a favorite holiday dessert or treat, and the residents have told us how much they look forward to receiving these goodies every year, courtesy of our thoughtful community,” said Laysea Chasteen, Vice President of Senior Services at UWCA. “Donations are genuinely appreciated.”
Store-bought cakes, cookies and pies will be collected at United Way and can be dropped off at United Way’s office on Friday, December 19th and Monday, December 22nd between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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United Way’s office is located at:
3600 8th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35222
Phone (205) 251-5131
After all collections are received, they’ll be sorted and personally delivered to each facility by staff from UWAAA and United Way.
The Ombudsman program is one of 12 different services provided by UWAAA, addressing seniors’ concerns, such as nutrition, fitness, Medicare counseling, prescription drugs and caregiver support.
