Dear Springdale neighbors, The Durham Tech Occupational Therapy Assistant program is working with Therapeutic Solutions in Garner to sponsor a sleeping bag drive to help the homeless in Wake, Durham, and Johnston Counties. We are collecting new or gently used sleeping bags and blankets and will be distributing them to those in need. I am a student in the Occupational Therapy program and am enjoying seeing what a difference can be made by enabling adults, teens, and children to engage in everyday activities of living to their fullest potential. I can't imagine how hard it would be for a child to sleep without warmth in the winter and get up and participate in school or other daily activities. If you have any new or gently used blankets or sleeping bags we would really appreciate your generous donation. You may leave them on my porch or email me and I will gladly come and pick them up before Nov. 1. Your help can really make a difference in their lives! Thanks! Terri Smoot