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Freecycling by Katheryn Krupa

2/12/2011

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Last night as I visited my father at a nursing home over in Howell, I was again reminded of the importance of recycling.  This time I thought about TVs.  Every time I walk through those lonely, sterile halls I can't help but look at the seniors lying on narrow beds in their small, dimly lit rooms.  Usually, the only entertainment is a lone TV blaring away day and night as they lie confined to their beds either by depression or illness.  Sure there are activities like bingo, cards, or Wii bowling.  Yet I've noticed far too many residents lay in bed most of the day snoring away or staring at the blank walls.  I've discovered that not all homes offer free TV, particularly to Medicaid or low ncome patients.  So here is how you can help.  Have you recently upgraded to a new flat screen or ditigal tv?  Do you still have your old TV and wondered what to do with it?  Do you have a radio you no longer use?  Or for that matter, has your child outgrown their bike, toys, or Legos?  Or maybe you just watched a hoarding show (love them!) and have decided to declutter your own home.

I'm suggesting you go out of your way to get take that radio or TV to a nearby nursing home (they desperately need small, cable ready TV's or flat screens).  Or simply post that use-able item on the Freecycle Network - Highland's local site is: http://groups.freecycle.org/HighlandTownship/posts/all

Don't just go the lazy route and put that old bike out a few days early for trash pickup hoping someone will grab it.  I suggest you drop it off at a thrift shop or list it for free on Freecycle.  Too busy?  Call Purple Heart to come pick up your items.  Upgraded your computer lately?  Freedom Work Opportunities will take your old computer or cell phone.  They will destroy your hard drive if you wish (the cost is $20) then recycle the unit.  For more info call 248-887-1597.

I'd also encourage you to visit and volunteer at a nearby nursing home, but that is another story!
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