Families in South Donegal have received an outpouring of gratitude from Our Lady’s Hospital Crumlin after donating a huge amount of good toys to young patients.
More than 16 huge bags and three boxes of toys and games were donated to a collection held by the Little V.I.P’s Preschool Dunkineely last month.
The collection, organised by school Proprietor Lisa Boyle, was set up to give back to the hospital and bring joy to the sick children who spend time there.
A letter was sent from Our Lady’s to express a sincere thanks to Ms Boyle for the kind donations.
Deputy Director of Nursing Tracey Wall said: “We are delighted to receive these items and they have been distributed to several wards, where the children will enjoy playing with them.”
As Christmastime draws near, many families have been clearing out toy boxes to make room for Santa’s gifts.
The toy appeal invites parents to donate perfect-condition toys, which are delivered by Ms Boyle to the hospital in Dublin.
Ms Boyle’s baby girl received emergency care at Our Lady’s in July 2018.
While visiting Our Lady’s, Ms Boyle saw the huge benefits that the play rooms brought to children and families. The family make regular return visits to the hospital for appointments and wanted to give something back.
The first toy appeal was a huge success, gathering 16 huge bags and 3 boxes of gaming consoles, with more donations coming in every day.
The second delivery will be made in December 2018 – just in time for Christmas. Ms Boyle is inviting all families to get involved and donate unused toys.
Toys which are in near perfect condition can be dropped at the Little V.I.P’s school in the centre of Dunkineely. Boxes can be left by the front door. You can text 0877438582 to inform Lisa Boyle that toys have been dropped off and they will then be put into the storage container beside the school.
Please note that Crumlin cannot accept teddy bears due to hygiene reasons.
They can accept baby clothes, baby monitors, blankets, sterilizers, game consoles and games.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms Boyle via the Little VIPs Facebook page: www.facebook.com/littlevipdunkineely
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