In response to the cost of living crisis, all 36 libraries in West Sussex will be handing out 'essential toiletries kits' to anyone who needs them.
The kits contain shampoo, body wash, roll on deodorant and toothpaste, which will be distributed in a readymade kit in a brown paper bag.
Adults and children’s toothbrushes will also be available for people to add to the kits themselves, depending on their needs and will be on display for anyone to pick up and take away if they need one.
Last week, Worthing Library took delivery of enough supplies to make 2000 kits (that’s 12,000 single items) and with the help of library staff and van drivers they have been unpacked, repacked and distributed to all the West Sussex libraries.
The kits are in libraries now and will be available while stocks last.
All you have to do is to visit your local library, find the display of toiletry kits and help yourself to one, selecting a toothbrush of your choice. You'll also be asked to tick a sheet for the council's data records to say which group best represents your household (families with children/people with disabilities/older people/other).
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