Special Needs Shelter Supply List

What to bring?

(To a Special Needs Shelter)

 

 DO BRING

 

  • A list of your current medications and at least a 3 day supply of the medications
  • Documentation of specific medical information
  • Medical equipment
    • Oxygen supplies
    • Nebulizers
    • Canes / Wheelchairs
    • Diabetes equipment
      • Glucose meter / strips
      • Insulin / syringes
      • Other insulin supplies
  • Non-perishable dietary items
    • Special dietary foods if required
  • Electronic equipment
    • Flashlight
    • Radio
    • Extra batteries
    • Cell phone
  • Personal Care Clothing
    • Undergarments

    • Socks

    •  Shoes (durable)

  • Personal hygiene items
    • Soap / shampoo
    • Deodorant
    • Toothpaste / toothbrush
    • Brush / comb
    • Wash cloth
    • Towel
  • Sleeping lounging equipment

    • Cot
    • Air mattress
    • Lawn / lounge chair
    • Sleeping bag
    • Pillow
    • Blanket
    • Sheet
  • Important papers
  • I.D. with current address
  • Entertainment items

    • Books
    • Magazines
    • Toys
    • Cards
    • Games
  • Infant care items

    • Formula
    • Food
    • Diapers
  • First-aid kit
  • Personal equipment

    • Eyeglasses
    • Hearing aids
    • Dentures

 

 

  DON’T BRING

 

  • Pets
  • Firearms
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Perishable Food Items

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Washburn County Government, Wisconsin