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What to Know About

Comfort Bags

Comfort Bags are thoughtfully designed in collaboration with Children’s Hospital volunteer coordinators, Child Life Specialists, and patients to provide practical essentials and meaningful support for families navigating medical challenges and hospital stays.

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We invite your group to join us in creating Comfort Bags using the list below. If you’re in Northern Virginia, we can arrange a convenient drop-off. If you’re elsewhere, we’ll help connect you with a children’s hospital in your area that could use your support.

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Essentials

Each bag must include the items on the list below. Please place all items in a gallon (or larger) size zip lock bag. ​No items should be religious in nature. Please do not include personal notes - but do include the note from Team Olive.

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  • Travel-size toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant). Please select unscented items when possible.

  • Lip balm and hand lotion (unscented)

  • Wet wipes or facial tissues

  • Washcloth (good quality)

  • Snacks (nut-free granola bars, crackers, trail mix)

  • Socks or cozy slippers

  • Notepad and pen

  • Note from Team Olive (Print here or write your own using the text below.)

  • Consider including a few optional items from the additional list below.

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Dear Friend,

This Comfort Bag was lovingly prepared just for you by volunteers who care and wish the very best for you and your family. Inside, you’ll find a few essentials, some small comforts, and a lot of hope.

We’ve included a notebook and pen—feel free to use them to jot down your thoughts, questions, worries, dreams, or needs. Writing can be a helpful way to make sense of where you are emotionally, and to share your heart with those who care.

Please know that you are not alone—this bag is a reminder that people are thinking of you and cheering you on through this time.

With care and hope,
Team Olive

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Additional Options

  • Reusable Cup

  • Puzzle book, coloring book, or small activity set

  • Book or magazine appropriate for children or parents (not religious in nature)

  • Comfort treats (individually wrapped candy, tea bags, hot chocolate mix)

  • Aromatherapy items (like lavender sachets)

  • Fun hospital-friendly gadgets (fidget toys, stress balls)

  • Seasonal items (holiday stickers, small crafts)

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