AKA:

TWICE AS NICE MOTHER & CHILD

Description:

Mobile pantry that distributes free diapers and hygiene products. Offers free diapers, pull-ups, and wipes to families with children under the age of 4.

Also distributes feminine hygiene products for women in need. Offers incontinence supplies for seniors, and individuals with a disability or special needs.

**Distribution Site: Lake County Health Department**

Eligibility:

For diapers/pull-ups and wipes:
- Must be an Illinois or Wisconsin resident with children between the ages of newborn - 4 years old

For feminine hygiene products:
- Open to all women

For incontinence supplies:
- Seniors and individuals with disability must be 65 years of age or older
- Individuals with special needs must be 4-64 years old with a doctor's note/diagnosis

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Documents Required:
- Government issued photo ID for parent (state ID, driver's license, military ID, passport, VISA)
- Birth certificate for any children

For incontinence supplies:
- Medicare or Medicaid card
- Prescription of incontinence or IEP or doctor's note with diagnosis

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

- Diapers (size newborn through 6)
- Training pants
- Wipes
- Period products
- Adult incontinence supplies

Volunteer Opportunities:

1. Sorter & Organizer - Sorting and organizing donations in the warehouse
2. Order Assistant - Pulling requested items from inventory for agencies and/or families

Accepts volunteers who are court mandated to complete community service.

Contact Name for Volunteer Opportunities: Anne Marie Mathis at 224-637-1644 or info@keepingfamiliescovered.org

Date of Official Change:

August 1, 2025

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