Mother Gertrude Balcazar Home
Assisted Living Facility
Under the care of Franciscan Sisters of the Immaculate Conception
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Donate
"For it is in giving that we receive."  Saint Francis of Assisi
We thank you for any donation you can make - no donation is too small.
There are many ways to donate to Mother Gertrude Balcazar Home:
Volunteer your time and talents
 
Monetary Gifts
Make checks payable to:
Franciscan Sisters
Send checks to:
Mother Gertrude Balcazar Home
11320 Laurel Canyon Boulevard
San Fernando, CA 91340
 
Donate items
 
Transportation
Pick up truck or van
 
Home & Household Supplies
Silverware
Mini flashlight
Night light
Batteries
Paper towels
Dish soap
Cleaning supplies
 
Office
White envelops, #10 with window
Black and red sharpie permanent markers
Office supplies
Paper goods
Postage stamps (forever)
 
Health & Medical Supplies
Vital signs monitor
Digital rolling chair scale
Cough drops
Nutrition supplements like Boost and Ensure
Exercise equipment designed for use by older adults
Magnifying glass
Band Aids
Coccyx orthopedic seat cushion
 
For a Resident Bedroom
Twin bedspread or comforter with coordinated pillow sham, bed skirt and curtains
Pillows
Blankets
Twin sheets
Towels
 
Food Items
Cookies
Candies
Chocolates
Teas
Hot chocolates
Bottled water
 
Personal Care Items
Soap
Shampoo
Conditioner
Hand lotion
Hair spray
Brushes and combs
Deodorant
Toothbrushes
Toothpaste
Denture cleanser
Denture adhesive
Denture holders
Lip balm
Toilet paper
Baby wipes
Adult diapers
Kleenex
Nail clippers
 
Leisure & Recreation Items
Crossword puzzle books
Adult coloring book
Board games: Monopoly, Scrabble, Chess, Checkers, etc.
Memory and brain games
Small jigsaw puzzles
Dominoes and cards
Craft items such as yarn, or patterns that can used to crochet or knit
Bingo prizes
Greeting cards for residents wishing to send mail to loved ones