Home Setup for our new Afghan neighbors in Montgomery Village (including their newborn baby boy!)

Date: May 22, 2022

Welcome to the KindWorks apartment setup signup for a resettling Afghan of 6 in Rockville, MD. In addition to mom and dad, there are 2 daughters (aged 7 and 3 years), and two sons (5 years old and an absolute newborn, expected May 16th!).  Your contributions will help turn an empty apartment into a warm and welcoming home for this growing family! Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and deeply appreciated.   Let make sure that by the week after their baby is born, they have what they need to really feel at home in their new space! 

IMPORTANT: Decorating Tip: Mom loves grey, navy and burgundy and has some beautiful large living room sitting pillows in those colors.  

Alternatively or in addition, if you would like to make a donation to help with KindWorks Home Setups,  please click HERE. Thank you, in advance for your donation which helps us to meet the needs of these incoming families. 

Whether you are new to KindWorks or are an experienced volunteer, please take a few minutes to read the information below.

A WORD ABOUT QUALITY:  We ask that you please donate either very gently used or new, quality furniture and furnishings. We thank you in advance for making sure that all donated items are clean (without stains and 100% pet-hair-, cobweb- and smoke-free) when donated.

LINENS: Please label or tag the bag for all bedding (mattress pad, sheets, blankets, comforter/duvet and bedcovers) BY SIZE as twin or queen and bundle sets together — without marking on the actual linens. Unfortunately, we cannot use full or king-size bedding. As noted above, new or VERY GENTLY used linens are great!  Worn sheets and towels won’t work.

IMPORTANT: Please bring only those items for which you have signed up UNLESS  you have been in touch and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We so appreciate your generosity and your understanding!!

COVID PRECAUTIONS: ALL volunteers should be fully COVID vaccinated and need to be masked.

The setup lead for this project is Julia.  If you have questions, you can reach Julia by email at juliaaldenwong@gmail.com or by text at (415) 722-3560‬.

Many, many thanks! – Julia, Deb and the Home Setups Team

 

**as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and you agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. Notwithstanding the COVID precautions indicated above, as with any indoor group activity, there is a risk that unintended COVID transmission could occur. 

 

 

 

 

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Furniture
Sofa#1: Brickyard G.
Console table or modest size sideboard#1: Brickyard G.
Living Room Side tables#1: Christine S.
#2: Leslie F.
TV Table/stand (apartment size or similar scale)#1: Brickyard G.
flat screen working tv with any needed remote#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Round Dining room table for 6 people#1: Brickyard G.
6 Dining Chairs#1: Christine S.
3 counter chairs/bar stools#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Queen sized bed (all inclusive)#1: Brickyard G.
Twin beds (including mattresses)#1: Brickyard G.
#2: Brickyard G.
#3: Brickyard G.
crib#1: Fatima H.
changing table (dresser type is great)#1: Emily W.
Dressers#1: Brickyard G.
#2: Brickyard G.
Bedside tables#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#3: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#4: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Bookshelf#1: Brickyard G.
#2: Brickyard G.
Desk or small rectangular table that can be used as desk#1: Brickyard G.
Desk chair or single chair to use as desk chair#1: Brickyard G.
Living Room
Living room table lamps#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#3: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Buffet/console table lamps (matching great if possible)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Standing Lamp#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Front door mat#1: Carol W.
Kitchen and Dining Room
Kitchen floor mat (7x8 or smaller)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Dishes for 6+ people (plates, bowls)#1: Julia W.
plastic dishes and cups for kiddos#1: Fatima H.
Flatware for 6+ people#1: Stella S.
Flatware drawer tray (narrower drawer size for older apartments)#1: Christine S.
Serving utensils (large spoons, large fork, etc)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Glassware (10+) (matching preferred)#1: Fatima H.
Tableclothes#1: Fatima H.
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Cloth napkins (12+)#1: Fatima H.
Pressure cooker (stovetop, non electric is preferred, with good condition silicone ring)#1: Deb L.
Large stock pots, with lids#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Sauce pans, large with lids (if non-stick, please ensure not scraped or old)#1: Julia W.
Saute/frying pans, large#1: Julia W.
Baking dishes (pyrex or other)#1: Christine S.
Knife Set (knives for food prep; not a steak knife set))#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Cutting Board set#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Kettle (preferably stovetop)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
10+ tea cups (matching preferred)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Serving tray#1: Deb L.
Large serving platters#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#3: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Matching candlesticks and candles (extra candles that fit candlesticks also great)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Pitcher (plastic, glass or ceramic)#1: Julie M.
Plastic filtered water pitcher for frig (with replacement filter if possible)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Mixing/serving bowls set#1: Stella S.
Kitchen utensils (spatula, spoons, pasta fork, ladle)#1: Julia W.
Kitchen utensil holder#1: Julia W.
Colander#1: Christine S.
Can opener#1: Julia W.
Food storage containers (ie tupperware, medium-large size)#1: Siew H T.
Paper napkins#1: Siew H T.
Plastic wrap#1: Siew H T.
aluminum foil#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Kitchen drain rack & mat#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Kitchen towels, 2+#1: Fatima H.
#2: Lisa G.
Hot pads (2), oven mitt#1: Fatima H.
Kitchen trash can and box of garbage bags#1: Julia W.
Dish soap (2+ large)#1: Siew H T.
4 sponges#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Utility/Cleaning Supplies
Vacuum cleaner (clean, in working order)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Bucket and mop#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Broom and dust pan#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Multi-purpose, windex, toilet bowl cleaning solution and rags#1: Siew T.
Umbrellas in excellent condition#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Step ladder (two to three steps)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
10 light bulbs for table lamps#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Power strip/surge protector#1: Deb L.
Extension cords#1: Deb L.
#2: Julie M.
Flashlights and spare batteries (if replaceable)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
AA and AAA batteries#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Basic tool kit (hammer, screwdrivers, nails, allen wrench, measuring tape)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Laundry hamper/basket#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#3: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Laundry detergent, large size#1: Siew H T.
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Drying rack for clothes (NOT the basic walmart one, it breaks easily!)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Foldable Shopping Cart (to walk to and from grocery store)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Bedrooms General
New or very clean pillows (2 per slot)#1: Fatima H.
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
50 hangers#1: Sheryl I.
Trash can/waste basket for bedrooms & bathroom#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Mirrors#1: Julia W.
#2: Sheryl I.
Over the door hooks for bedroom or bath#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Closet storage (hanging or plastic) storage units#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Shoe rack (standing, not hanging please)#1: Sheryl I.
Nightlights#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#3: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Parent Bedroom
Bedroom lamps with lightbulbs#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#3: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Queen Sized sheet sets#1: Julia W.
#2: Helaleh M.
Queen Sized Zip Mattress Protector#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Queen Sized warm blanket#1: Fatima H.
Queen Sized Comforter/duvet/bedspread#1: Julia W.
Paper, pens, envelopes, stamps, stapler, paper clips, and file folders#1: Elinore B.
wall art for parents room#1: Fatima H.
Boys' Room (ages 5 and newborn)
Bedroom lamps with light bulbs#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Twin sheet sets#1: Carol G.
#2: Carol G.
Twin mattress protector#1: Carol G.
Twin warm blankets#1: Carol G.
Twin comforters/duvets/bedspread#1: Carol G.
Cork Board/ bulletin board#1: Julia W.
wall art for boys room#1: Stephanie L.
Girls' Room (ages 7 and 3)
Bedroom lamps with light bulbs#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Twin sheet sets#1: Mona B.
#2: Mona B.
#3: Carol G.
#4: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Twin mattress protectors#1: Mona B.
#2: Carol G.
Twin warm blankets#1: Christine S.
#2: Christine S.
Twin comforters/duvets/bedspread#1: Leslie F.
#2: Leslie F.
Cork Board/ bulletin board#1: Julie M.
wall art for girls room#1: Julia W.
Bathrooms: linens/toiletries/necessities
Towel sets: large bath size, hand towel, wash cloth#1: Elinore B.
#2: Helaleh M.
#3: Anna K.
#4: Anna K.
#5: Anna K.
#6: Anna K.
Shower Curtain, liner and hooks#1: Lisa G.
#2: Anna K.
Bathroom rug/mat#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Extra bathroom storage: two towel bars and/or storage racks with suction cups (28 - 30” width)#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Toilet brush#1: Julie M.
#2: Julie M.
Toilet Plunger#1: Stephanie L.
No-slip pad for tub floor(clean or new)#1: Stephanie L.
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Tissues (4-5 boxes)#1: Siew H T.
Toilet paper (10+) and paper towels (6+)#1: Stephanie L.
6 Bar or Liquid soap#1: Elinore B.
Soap dishes or rubber soap pad#1: Julie M.
#2: Julie M.
4 bottles of shampoo (extra moisturizing much appreciated#1: Stephanie L.
5 toothbrushes & 2 full size toothpaste#1: Siew H T.
2 deodorants#1: Stephanie L.
Feminine Products – pads different (three different sizes) for two months#1: Stephanie L.
Shaving cream and razors for men and women#1: Stephanie L.
Hairdryer#1: Elinore B.
Basic First Aid Kit#1: Stephanie L.
Additional Items
School Backpacks filled with appropriate school supplies - AGES shown above#1: Marcy M.
Bike for adults#1: Julia W.
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Bikes for 7, 5 and 3 year old#1: Susan H.
Toys/books/games/sports equip for 7 year old girl#1: Lisa G.
Toys/books/games/sports equip for 5 year old boy#1: Anna K.
Toys/books/games/sports equip for 3 year old girl#1: Anna K.
KindWelcomeMeal#1: Adat Shalom T.
Baby/Toddler Items
Step stool for bathroom for toddler#1: Anna K.
Booster car seat#1: Julia W.
other newborn/baby items (please identify in the comments)#1: Fatima H.
#2: Robin Jones c.
#3: Catherine Y.
#4: Christine S.
#5: Christine S.
#6: Diane K.
Electrical outlet covers#1: Stephanie L.
nice outdoor furniture - table and chairs, plastic picnic table in decent shape#1: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
Setup Help
help provide transportation of items in advance of setup#1: Christine S.
#2: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#3: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#4: (empty) - sign-ups closed
help with the home setup on Sunday, May 22nd from 11am-1:30pm (must be fully vaxed and masked)#1: Lisa G.
#2: Elinore B.
#3: David W.
#4: Stephanie L.
#5: (empty) - sign-ups closed
#6: (empty) - sign-ups closed