Women and children experiencing domestic violence often come to the Refugio (shelter) with very
few of their possessions. Additionally, many of the survivors we work with do not have access to
their family finances and may depend on their partners for financial support. Some may not be able
to return to their previous homes so we do assist them in finding safe housing. When residents leave
the Refugio and move into a new home, they are often starting from scratch. We attempt to provide
a Move-In Kit for every resident that leaves so they have a smoother start in creating their new
home.
Here is a list of supplies that can be collected and assembled into Move-In Kits for survivors
and their children leaving the Refugio:
Laundry baskets
Laundry detergent
Clothes hangers (no wire please)*
Dish soap and sponges
Bathroom and kitchen cleaning supplies
Paper towels
Toilet paper and facial tissues
Large pots and pans*
Cooking utensils*
Silverware*
Dishes and glassware*
Coffee mugs*
Large storage containers with locking
lids (for moving and storage)*
Bed linens, blankets, and comforters*
Grocery, Gas, and shopping gift cards
*indicates that gently used items are accepted.
For inquiries or questions please contact Beth Baynes at 651-772-1723 or bcheeley@casadeesperanza.org.
