(LEWISTON, ID)– Twin County United Way is proud to support the health and well-being of school-aged children in Nez Perce and Asotin Counties by providing free lice kits and period products to students in need, ensuring every child has access to essential hygiene products.
As schools welcome students back for the new school year, Twin County United Way recognizes the importance of providing resources that support student health and well-being. Head lice infestation and lack of access to period products are common issues that can impact a child’s education and well-being. With these programs, we aim to remove these barriers and help students focus on their studies without unnecessary distractions.
Lice-free LCV
Head lice can spread quickly in schools, causing discomfort and school absences. To combat this, we offer free lice kits to families with school-aged children. Each kit contains a complete lice kit, lice combs, two laundry detergent capsules, a trash bag and an instruction booklet. The Lice Free LCV program is sponsored by CHAS Health.
By providing these kits, we hope to give parents and caregivers the tools they need to combat lice infestations quickly and effectively. Families in need of lice kits can contact Twin County United Way at 208-743-6594 or email (email protected). Schools and community organizations interested in partnering with us to distribute and/or create kits are also encouraged to contact us.
“For her” period project
Menstrual hygiene should never be a barrier to education. Unfortunately, many students struggle to access menstrual products, resulting in school absences and lack of participation in school activities. To support menstrual equity, we offer free menstrual products delivered to the child’s school each month. These include day pads, night pads, panty liners, tampons, cleansing wipes, menstrual cups, menstrual underwear, heating pads and deodorant. Products are selected by students online and each kit includes positive affirmation cards and chocolate.
These products are available on the Twin County United Way website. www.tcuw.org/for-herProject For Her is sponsored by Catalyst Medical Center, TriState Health, CHAS Health and St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.
