Recognizing that many seniors in our community are living at or below poverty level or are on a fixed income, we began The Good Shepherd ministry to help with basic needs.

Who qualifies?  Seniors (65+) in Shenandoah County who are in need of additional support as identified by the Department of Social Services, Seniors First, nursing homes, local churches, parish nurses, or home health care providers.

What help is provided?  Personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, paper goods like toilet paper and paper towels.

How often?  Monthly

When and Where?   Packed bags are delivered to DSS, nursing homes, and other caregivers on a monthly basis.  Items are also available at the Seniors First Shenandoah Senior Center (First Baptist Church, 116 Lakeview Drive, Woodstock, VA 22664).

We are always seeking:

• Toiletries (small size)
• Cleaning products (small size)
• Laundry detergent (pods)
• Paper products (toilet paper, paper towels, napkins)
• Monetary donations, including grocery store gift cards (and gas gift cards for our volunteers)
• Volunteers 

Examples of what seniors receive:

• Deodorant
• Toilet Paper
• Paper Towels
• Hand Soap
• Dish Soap
• Lotion
• Sandwich bags
• Tissues (Kleenex)
• Trash bags
• Shampoo
• Toothbrush & Toothpaste
• Laundry pods
• Household cleaning products

Visit our Amazon Gift List to order online and have items sent directly to us.