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WESLACO, Txas – Hidalgo County’s Progreso Community Resource Center is offering what it calls “Hygiene Closets” to local residents to help expand basic hygienic health needs of the community, Precinct 1 Commissioner David Fuentes announced.
The initiative, done with a grant from Superior Health Plan, allows Hidalgo County to buy hygiene items such as shampoo; body wash; laundry detergent; cleaning supplies; feminine hygiene items; toothbrushes; combs; and other items identified as a need. Funds may also be used to purchase shelving to store these items.
“If the pandemic has taught us anything, it is the importance of maintaining good hygiene,” Commissioner Fuentes said. “This generous grant will allow low income residents or residents with special needs to secure these basic necessities free of charge.”
The hygiene closet will be located at the Progreso Community Resource Center located at 510 FM 1015, in Progreso. People may pick up the items they need through December or until the supply is depleted.
“Every year, we work with thousands of organizations across Texas to support the communities in which we serve,” said Mark Sanders, President and CEO of Superior HealthPlan. “Now more than ever, it’s important that we’re doubling down on our commitment to serving all members equally. That means improving access to care for the disability community, including the families, caregivers and providers on the frontline.”
