Asthmatic child, lonely senior need help this holiday

Toybox

Joey, 9 and Karen, 11 would especially enjoy Santa to bring a video game they could play on their TV. Karen has been hospitalized for asthma and a game like this would be useful during the time she's sick and can't engage in active play. Brightening Christmas day for these children would be easy with basic games, dolls, books or clothes suitable for their ages as they are homeless.

Christmas for the Elderly

Ms. A, 82, has no family and lives alone. She has heart problems, poor eyesight and high blood pressure. A small social security check is her only source of income. Extra large Depends are at the top of her wish list but house shoes in a size 11, flannel gowns and a long sleeve sweater in size 3X and twin sheets or blankets are also on her wish list. Gift certificates to Wal-Mart or Broadway Pharmacy would also be appreciated.

Donations can be dropped off at the Southeast Missourian offices. Monetary donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 4, Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63702-0004.