{"id":9031,"date":"2024-06-01T08:00:53","date_gmt":"2024-06-01T12:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.assistanceleague.org\/northern-virginia\/?p=9031"},"modified":"2024-05-31T10:27:42","modified_gmt":"2024-05-31T14:27:42","slug":"sweet-dreams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.assistanceleague.org\/northern-virginia\/2024\/06\/01\/sweet-dreams\/","title":{"rendered":"Sweet Dreams"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Can you imagine having to share a toothbrush with your brother or sister?\u00a0 Or not being able to brush regularly because your family can\u2019t afford toothpaste?\u00a0 Sadly, children in low-income families are often in need of toothbrushes and toothpaste because their families lack resources to provide these basic items that are essential for good oral hygiene.\u00a0 We are addressing that need through our June wish list, featuring books and toothbrushes to be included in the packages of Bed Time Hug Pillows.\u00a0 This month\u2019s wish list is part of our ongoing celebration of 20 years of community service.<\/p>\n<div id=\"m_-3266549786118942352ydpcb21fcf1yiv2475728422yqtfd90109\">\n<p>These pillows, handmade from colorful kid-themed fabrics, are packed with a coordinating Beanie Baby, a toothbrush and paste, and a book.\u00a0\u00a0The pillows are distributed to kindergarten students at the Title 1 schools we serve to help them develop a bedtime routine of brushing and reading a book.\u00a0\u00a0It\u2019s important for kids to learn good dental care at an early age since many families can\u2019t afford regular dentist visits.<\/p>\n<p>Your generosity in making a contribution from our wish list can help these young children get an early start on a healthy bedtime routine.\u00a0\u00a0Use this link\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/s25ws.mjt.lu\/lnk\/EAAABZAskrgAAAAAAAAAA7ByesUAAYKHvDgAAAAAACggqwBmTJx9UatHjru8RjSuMiKwy18XrAAlPtk\/1\/wXAwy3g_9A2HgvK-aawO8A\/aHR0cHM6Ly90aW55LmFsbnYub3JnL0h1Z3NJdGVtcw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow 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