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Our Lady's Hospital, Crumlin - donating toys?

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  • 24-10-2013 11:50pm
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    I have some used children's toys that my daughter has grown out of and I'm looking to give them away to a good home... I was thinking it would be a good idea to bring them to Our Lady's for the kids there but I wasn't 100% sure if this was 'done' and, if so, should I just give them a ring and arrange a time to drop the few bits in? Anyone done this? Thanks in advance...


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    Nodster
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    If the hospital don't want them, I'm sure the Woman's Refuge opposite Rathmines Church would appreciate them


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    They won't take any soft toys but I'm sure other things especially jigsaws and the like would be very much appreciated.


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    January wrote: »
    They won't take any soft toys but I'm sure other things especially jigsaws and the like would be very much appreciated.

    Thanks you January, is it ok to just drop in or should I call in advance?


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    Probably best to call in advance.


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    Unfortunately the Women's Refuge could only take new toys last time I donated to a collection. I guess it's health and safety. Someone did mention the Sunshine Home in Sandyford, it's a home for severely disabled children - maybe worth getting in touch with them too.


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    Hospitals, crèches and any other places where toys are shared will only want toys that are readily washable, so as to control infectious diseases. The will also only want appropriate toys, e.g. if they have too many computer games, they won't want more computer games.

    Any other toys could be donated to charities like the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul or other local charities, where the toys would go to individual families, where infectious diseases aren't so much of a problem, as the toys are shared less.


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    Thanks everyone for your help...


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