November always brings thoughts of gratitude for the many gifts we have been given and also of helping those less fortunate who may be going through hard times.

Some time ago, a local news post on yahoo mentioned a local man in Haddon Heights who volunteers at the Cathedral Kitchen in Camden and also collects and distributes clothing for the homeless. The man’s name is Mr. Piscatelli and clothing can be dropped off at his home 1901 New Jersey Ave., Haddon Heights, NJ but he requests that you call and let him know when you will be dropping off donations. 609-332-9484

Last year three friends helped me with their unused clothing and we were able to drop off several bags of pants and shirts, sweaters, jackets, socks and shoes which helped us clear our overstuffed closets and helped those in need. We also chipped in and bought packages of cheese crackers, moist wipes, and sanitizer and toothbrushes from the dollar store.

I will be using this as inspiration to go through my drawers and closet for extra gloves, jackets and other kinds of clothing that I don’t use and that might be able to help someone in the coming cold weather who is living in a tent.

I would be hard to live with the sadness of knowing how many are suffering if it weren’t for the opportunity to do something helpful. It gives us all hope. Our Meeting is beginning a canned goods collection to add to a local food pantry.

One of my favorite ways to give canned goods is in groups of cans which put together form a meal: for example: (1) 2 cans of lentils + 1 can of potatoes, 1 can of carrots = easy lentil soup (2)1 can of potatoes + 1 can of corn + 1 can of sweat cream corn=corn chowder (3)1 jar of salsa +1 can each of white beans, red beans and black beans = quick chili! Also, I may add a can opener this year just in case.

By the way, there is an electronics Recycling Center at 5070 Central Highway in Pennsauken, just off the Cooper River. 856-333-0991 Call for directions and hours. It was a bit difficult to find, but we asked a nice woman who allowed us to follow her to the site. It is called Magnum and they are EPA registered. I took some phones, digital cameras, and a tablet and an old laptop.

Wishing you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving! Jo Ann

Senior Citizens United, Audubon, NJ - 08106
(856) 456-1121
Food Pantry Location: 1.52 miles from Haddon Heights

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Provides Emergency Food Bags and Meal On Wheels.Hours:Monday - Friday9:00am - 4:00pmFor more information, please call. ... this year just in case.