How to Declutter & Donate in the Age of COVID-19
Millions of Americans have been ordered to stay at home during the COVID-19 crisis. Many have taken advantage of some of their time while at home to clean, declutter, and organize their homes.
The process of doing so obviously minimizes the clutter that has accumulated within the home. 
But the exercise of decluttering and organizing produces benefits that go way beyond those solely revolving around the removal of physical clutter itself. It's been discovered by doctors and psychologists, that decluttering and organizing are beneficial in a myriad of ways ... physically, mentally, and spiritually. Decluttering and organizing provide us an opportunity to exercise some control over our lives.
But the exercise of decluttering and organizing produces benefits that go way beyond those solely revolving around the removal of physical clutter itself. It's been discovered by doctors and psychologists, that decluttering and organizing are beneficial in a myriad of ways ... physically, mentally, and spiritually. Decluttering and organizing provide us an opportunity to exercise some control over our lives.
It can also help us lower our anxiety levels. And in this day and age, who doesn't welcome that?
But decluttering in the age of COVID-19 faces an extra challenge ...
- What do you do with all the no-longer-needed and unwanted items winnowed out during the organization process?
- Who is accepting donated items?
- What items can be donated?
- How can you donate?
- More ...
In Chicagoland, as in many areas of the nation, charities and organizations that typically accept much-needed items are now closed as a result of COVID-19 worries. Drop-offs and donations are not currently being accepted.
As a result, I performed some research and found that there are a few solutions available currently, but admittedly they are somewhat limited.
Below you will find an infographic that provides some helpful information as to WHO, WHAT, and WHERE you can donate some of the items you have gathered together.
This infographic also contains information and website info/links to websites for charities and organizations that are in need of supplies, equipment, foods, and monetary donations, as well.
Chicagoland Options for Donation of Household Items,
Supplies, Foods, and Monetary Assistance
If you wish to make a donation of items or money, please visit the websites of the charities/organizations themselves for further, more detailed information so you can give in the appropriate and proper manner.
Should some of your items not be needed or "donatable" at this time, please store them until a later date. Bins or plastic bags that will keep the items safe and moisture-free are best suited for this type of storage.
We're all in this together ... whether in Chicagoland or elsewhere across the country or world. Your efforts and donations are appreciated, both now and in the future.
Until this passes, please stay safe ... stay healthy ...
Should some of your items not be needed or "donatable" at this time, please store them until a later date. Bins or plastic bags that will keep the items safe and moisture-free are best suited for this type of storage.
We're all in this together ... whether in Chicagoland or elsewhere across the country or world. Your efforts and donations are appreciated, both now and in the future.
Until this passes, please stay safe ... stay healthy ...
Gene Mundt
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