Program helps Mason County residents in need

You can brighten the lives of 16 Mason County residents in need by donating money to the Lewis-Mason-Thurston Area Agency on Aging.

The agency connects older and disabled adults with social and health services to help them remain in their homes. Most clients have modest means and health conditions.

The donations can help them fulfill their wishes. Donations are tax deductible and will be accepted through Dec. 17. For more information, call Brandon Humphries at 360-664-2168, ext. 251.

Checks and gift cards can be mailed to LMTAAA, 2404 Heritage Court SW. Olympia 98502. The website is http://www.lmtaaa.org/light-of-hope, where donations can be made with credit and debit cards and PayPal. In the “Write a Note” section, list the client number if so desired.

Client No. 1 is a 65-year-old woman who lives with her spouse and is dealing with multiple physical and mental health issues, including chronic pain and dementia. She loved to read books on her Kindle. She wants new clothing, toiletries, and household items such as cleaning supplies, kitchen utensils and small kitchen appliances.

Client No. 2 is a 30-year-old woman who suffered an injury that put her in a wheelchair and requires extensive rehabilitation. She is a former health professional who still has a strong desire to help others. She needs a new wheelchair cushion, and wants a smart switch, bulbs and plus that will allow her to turn on and off lights with voice commands.

Client No. 3 is a 60-year-old man who lives alone and has multiple health issues that affect his mobility and stamina, and other chronic conditions that make it very difficult for him to do daily activities like cooking, cleaning, personal care, shopping etc. In his free time, racing remote control cars is a long-time hobby, but his condition has made this more difficult. He will be moving into his own home just before the holiday and needs items to furnish his home like small furniture, kitchen utensils, small appliances, linens, and clothing.

Client No 4 is a 65-year-old woman living alone who has extremely poor vision which makes completing daily tasks like meal prep, personal care, transportation, and housekeeping very difficult. She would love to be able to get a pair of high quality rain boots for sloshing around in.

Client No. 5 is a 67-year-old man who lives with chronic health conditions that require the use of oxygen and help with daily activities like cooking, personal care, and transportation. He needs some warm clothing and a good coat from Shelton Outfitters.

Client No. 6 is an 84-year-old man with memory loss and other conditions that require help with cleaning, personal care, and transportation. Despite this, he still loves to walk, especially to the nearby convenience store, not only to exercise, but to socialize and meet people. His shoes could really use replacing, as could his socks.

Client No. 7 is a 63-year-old woman who lives alone and is coping with multiple physical and mental health issues, including chronic pain. Her pain makes caring for herself difficult without outside assistance. She loves to do craft projects like making postcards and birthday cards. She was a cook for 47 years and she loves to teach others how to cook. She needs warmer clothing, new kitchen tools/appliances/utensils, and toiletries of all kinds.

Client No. 8 is a 62-year-old woman who lives alone and has multiple physical and mental health issues and chronic pain, which requires assistance in completing daily tasks. She used to sew and do alternations for a living. She needs winter clothing, cleaning supplies, toiletries, small kitchen appliances, and some new toys for her dogs.

Client No. 9 is a 55-year-old woman who lives alone. She has several physical conditions that make performing daily tasks a challenge and she has no family members in the state. Her only source of heat is a wood stove. She could use help getting household utility items like small appliances and warmer clothing.

Client No. 10 is a woman in her mid-forties who lives in a shared setting with a small group of people. She needs assistance due to emotional struggles and physical illness due to complications of diabetes. She is at risk of losing her housing. In the meantime, she could use warm waterproof clothing like boots and coats.

Client No. 11 is a 65-year-old woman who lives alone and has several physical health issues related to her immune system and chronic pain. She spent her adult life as a teacher and retired a few years ago. She would love some new flannel pajamas and some supplies to do holiday craft and cards.

Client No. 12 is a woman in her mid-fifties, who lives alone and has diabetes and several other very painful health conditions that limit her independence and mobility. She prides herself on her kindness and wanting to help others in need. One of her favorite hobbies is painting garden stones. She wants some metallic acrylic paint sets and a new red raincoat to handle Belfair’s winter weather.

Client No. 13 is a 76-year-old woman who lives alone only when she is not counting her lovely Schnauzer. She has multiple physical health conditions related to osteoporosis that make it hard to perform daily tasks, especially due to chronic pain. She worked two jobs most of her adult life and knows how difficult it can be to make ends meet even when health isn’t an issue. She could use some indoor plants, warm blankets for snuggling with her aforementioned Schnauzer, and a red robe.

Client No. 14 is a 50-year-old woman who lives with her daughter in a travel trailer. She has multiple health issues following a stroke. Due to her health, she is mostly homebound. She could really use a streaming device to watch Netflix like a Roku stick or, better yet, a Blu Ray player that has it built in. She could also use some pet food for her cats and dog.

Client No. 15 is a 73-year-old woman who lives alone. She requires in home care, related to partial paralysis. The care has left her more time to focus on her rehabilitation and recover some use of her right side, but also to get some much-needed rest. Some new coffee cups, glasses, bowls, and dishtowels would really brighten up her year.

Client No. 16 is a 78-year-old woman who lives alone. She has several physical conditions related to osteoporosis and a hip replacement that make daily tasks difficult. She receives in-home care services, which give her enough relief to be able to enjoy time with her daughter, while still being able to live independently. She wants pillows, mattress covers, and bedding to help relieve her back pain.

Client No. 17 is a 73-year-old woman who lives alone. She has chronic pain related to several physical conditions and some mental health issues. She needs a heating pad to relieve pain, a new coat, and some additional warm winter clothes and blankets.