Residents of The Highlands launch annual ‘mittens project’

To meet a higher expected demand this year, The Highlands on the East Side has launched its 3rd Annual “Mittens Project” a month earlier than usual, to collect mittens, hats, scarves, gloves and gently used coats to warm Rhode Island’s homeless in the frigid months ahead. This year’s collection runs through Nov. 30.

Last year’s effort resulted in the collection of over 800 new or gently used articles of cold weather clothing donated by residents, staff, family members and generous neighbors.

Items may be dropped off at The Highlands on the East Side, 101 Highland Avenue, Providence. All donors will receive an invitation to attend the assisted living and memory care community’s Dec. 3rd “Mittens Party” when the donations will be presented to shelters and agencies to distribute to the homeless.

For information, contact MaryEllen Lehman, 654-5259 or mlehman@hallkeen.com.