Provides a continuum of residential services and support to homeless, pregnant,
or parenting teens and their children. The Melita House and Families First programs
provide emergency shelter and transitional housing, with 24-hour on-site staff.
Catherine McAuley Housing offers supportive apartments in the community. All
program participants receive case management and life-skills education in a
nurturing environment.
Wish List
acetaminophen, ibuprofen
bus passes
crafts
movie passes
Baby supplies
diaper pails
diapers (sizes 1 - 6)
Pull-Ups
wipes
fetal monitor
Clothing:
maternity clothes (new or gently-used)
bathrobes (new or gently-used)
socks and underwear (new)
Furniture
bed mattresses (new only, please): vinyl-covered, single-size (12)
toddler beds
Household appliances
blender
fans (oscillating, floor-model)
toaster
Hygiene supplies
combs, brushes, hair items
deodorant
soap
tampons, feminine pads, nursing pads
toothbrushes, toothpaste
shampoo, conditioner
Linens
bath towels, washcloths
bed pillows
comforters
sheet sets (twin-size)
Paper products and household supplies
paper napkins, paper towels, tissues, toilet paper
trash bags (large)
laundry baskets
laundry soap, Dreft laundry detergent
mops, brooms, dustpans, small trash bins
Volunteers Needed
Baby Boutique: sort and organize donations.
Interior painting.
Woodwork patrol: polish wood molding and trim annually.
Carpet shampoo: twice a year.
Food pantry: organize food donations and sort for freshness, on a quarterly
basis.