Here’s How You Can Help Tuscaloosa Seniors This Holiday Season

In Tuscaloosa, FOCUS 50+ stands out as a social service agency dedicated to serving adults aged 50 and older.

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This organization is crucial in empowering seniors throughout Tuscaloosa County, fostering an environment where they can maintain their health, activity levels, and independence.

To support local seniors, FOCUS 50+ is hosting a holiday donation drive. “Whether it’s canned goods or a financial donation, you can make a difference.”

FOCUS 50+ Holiday Donation Drive

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The donation drive, which will benefit the “Holiday Grocery Assistance Fund,” continues until Tuesday, December 10.

Donation Requests

Canned Goods

Non-Perishable Food Items

Individual Christmas Candy

Individual Christmas Snacks

Candy Canes

Peppermints

Donation Drop-Off

McAbee Center

3801 Loop Road Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Donate Online

Click here to donate online.

If you have any questions, please call 205.554.1919

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