St. Joseph’s Hospital donates blankets to Upshur Parish House

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February 7, 2020

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BUCKHANNON, W.Va. – St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon donated approximately 75 blankets to the Parish House. The hospital ordered 48 new blankets and many of the staff brought in donations of colorful blankets as well.

The Upshur Parish House offers emergency aid for utilities, food, clothing vouchers, medical needs assistance, and supplies as needed for people in Upshur County. Currently, they need personal hygiene items, baby items, cleaning supplies and canned vegetables. To donate or learn more about the Upshur Cooperative Parish House, call 304-472-0743.

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