St. Marys High School STARS group and Leo Club are sponsoring a care bag drive for the month of October and November. This fundraiser is in honor of all Pleasants County residents as well as both students and staff of SMHS who survivors of cancer are or in memory of those who lost their battle to Cancer. Care bags are given to patients who are undergoing Chemotherapy to help not only ease the physical pain related to chemotherapy but also the emotional strain that might occur. Bags are filled with a variety of items as but not limited to:
- a colorful bag to take to chemo (or a small duffel for the guy on your list).
- a soft, fleecy throw blanket to keep warm during chemo or in front of the TV (fleece is a good choice for texture and because it is easily washed);
- unscented moisture lock gloves — chemo can dry out your skin.
- unscented hydrating therapy socks — make sure they are soft and not too tight around the ankles.
- unscented moisturizers — full-size for home use and travel size for the car, purse, or bag.
- unscented soap (e.g., Dove moisture bars).
- tissues.
- unflavored lip balm.
- assorted candies — this may or may not be a hit, but at the very least can be shared with visiting friends or family.
- an iPod loaded with favorite music.
- light-reading materials like magazines or a book of short stories.
- crossword puzzles, and games.
SMHS staff and students would like to invite community members of Pleasants County to participate in this fundraiser during tonight's home football game against Tyler County
A white table will be set up by the Athletic concession stand where any donations can be left, simply drop off the items listed above.
**Please note this does not preclude admission charge for St. Marys football games**