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. Limit of two visits per month to receive supplies.

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 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 5-64 years old with a doctor's note/diagnosis

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Visit website to register - online registration is required 24 hours prior to visit

Documents required:
- Online client intake form
- Government issued photo ID for parent (state ID, driver's license, military ID, passport, VISA)
- Birth certificate for any child in need of diapers

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 (newborn through size 6)
Toddler training pant/pull-ups (2-3T,3-4T and 4-5T)
Infant formula
Adult diapers (all ages)

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

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Date of Official Change:

October 4, 2024

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