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Adapted Clothing

Programs that pay for or provide clothing which has been customized for nursing facility residents, wheelchair users, surgical patients and people with special clothing needs due to stroke, paralysis, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease or other disabilities that make it difficult for them to dress or find attractive clothing that fits properly.

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Clothing Vouchers

Programs that supply coupons that can be exchanged in designated thrift shops or nonprofit organizations for clothing.

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Diapers

Programs that pay for or provide cloth or disposable diapers.

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Formal Wear

Programs that pay for or provide new or secondhand gowns, tuxedos or other party apparel and, in some cases, appropriate accessories, for people who need them for a special occasion.

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Nursing Clothing

Programs that pay for or provide nursing bras, tops, dresses, sleepwear and other clothing items that are designed specifically for mothers who are breastfeeding.

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Shoes

Programs that pay for or provide new or secondhand shoes. Included are odd shoe exchanges.

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Winter Clothing

Programs that pay for or provide new or secondhand coats, gloves, hats, scarves and other winter clothing.

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Work Clothing

Programs that pay for or provide new or secondhand uniforms or other working clothes. Also included are programs such as "Dress for Success" that provide interview suits and other professional attire for low income individuals (frequently women) who need this type of wardrobe to secure and/or retain gainful employment.

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