The library will be closed on Monday, October 13th in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The library will reopen on Tuesday, October 14th at 10am.

The Great Give Back 2025

Self-Care

  • Hand lotions (fragrance-free or lightly scented)
  • Lip balm
  • Gentle face or body wipes
  • Nail clippers and emery boards
  • Soft hair brushes or wide-tooth combs
  • Relaxing items: sleep masks, neck pillows, cozy blankets

Toiletries

  • Toothpaste & soft-bristle toothbrushes
  • Denture care products (adhesive, cleaner tablets)
  • Shampoo & conditioner (gentle or unscented)
  • Bar soap or body wash (sensitive skin)
  • Deodorant (roll-on preferred)
  • Tissues and toilet paper

Fall & Winter Apparel

  • Warm socks (non-slip/gripper style)
  • Knit hats, scarves, gloves, and mittens
  • Light shawls or wraps
  • Cardigans and sweatshirts (easy to put on/take off)
  • Slippers with rubber soles

Gift Cards & Certificates (Local to Livonia, NY)

  • Grocery stores
  • Pharmacies
  • Local diners or restaurants
  • Hair salons or barber shops
  • Laundromats or dry cleaners
  • Local transportation/taxi services

Adaptive Tools & Aids

  • Large-print puzzle books or playing cards
  • Jar openers and easy-grip utensils
  • Magnifying glasses
  • Reachers/grabbers
  • Pill organizers
  • Large-button remote controls

Comfort Foods (for pantries & easy meals)

  • Canned tuna, chicken, or salmon
  • Low-sodium soups and broths
  • Shelf-stable milk or creamer
  • Instant oatmeal, grits, or cream of wheat
  • Applesauce and fruit cups (no added sugar)
  • Herbal teas, coffee, and hot cocoa packets
  • Peanut butter and crackers
  • Shelf-stable microwave meals