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The most useful items to donate to shelters and unhoused people

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Non perishable items like pasta, rice, canned tuna, corn, beans, lentils and soup are usually at the top of the list.

Most shelters are always in need of personal hygiene and care items as well as cleaning and household products.

When donating to those who are unhoused or sleeping outside street nurse Madison Joyce says the main principles to keep in mind are warmth, safety and accessibility.

Food items that are most suitable to donate to those living outdoors include: Electrolyte drinks - Protein beverages - Dried sausage, jerky or other such preserved items.

For winter , moisturizer, lip balm, lozenges and facial tissue are also useful.

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English

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