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Madelaine Amee
03-08-2022, 08:56 AM
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
Love2Swim
03-08-2022, 09:10 AM
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
They used to do that at Seabreeze and also Colony. You might want to give them a call.
oldtimes
03-08-2022, 09:20 AM
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
Miona Rec Center has a puzzle library and there is also a new Puzzles on Wheels service that accepts them. Puzzles on Wheels in The Villages, Florida (https://puzzlesonwheels.com/)
retiredguy123
03-08-2022, 09:24 AM
Silver Lake rec center maintains a collection of them for lending.
The Goodwill stores sell them.
Madelaine Amee
03-08-2022, 11:15 AM
Silver Lake rec center maintains a collection of them for lending.
The Goodwill stores sell them.
I'm trying to send as little as possible to Goodwill, I would rather donate them.
Many thanks to the people who posted suggestions.
Davonu
03-08-2022, 09:29 PM
I recommend the Lake Miona Rec Center puzzle center.
DaleDivine
03-09-2022, 06:24 AM
I recommend the Lake Miona Rec Center puzzle center.
Most of the rec centers will accept them. Thanks for your donations.
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La lamy
03-09-2022, 06:33 AM
As an avid jigsaw puzzle devotee myself, I also recommend giving them to rec centers that accept them. I'm so grateful to all who have contributed to our libraries!
mlmarr
03-09-2022, 06:40 AM
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
FYI .. take them to the Silver Lake Rec center .. in Silver Lake by the golf course there is a puzzle room, residents can visit, borrow and return .. great place for those rainy days and cognitive alertness..
You also take to the Christain Care Center located at First Baptist Church in Leesburg right on 27 south, they have children and families that are housed there until they can get back on their feet. If in doubt take a tour and see all the wonderful help that is provided to everyone in need.
Plus the Thrift Store/owned and operated by FBC on 441 just east of 27 at the split ..
Lyarham
03-09-2022, 06:45 AM
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
Take them to the silver lake rec center
4557Spahr
03-09-2022, 06:55 AM
You could take them to Centsible Furnishings. They’d love to have them.
dlebuis
03-09-2022, 07:43 AM
I’ve donated puzzles to the Villages Rehab Center on 466.
Melodymentor
03-09-2022, 07:44 AM
Puzzles on Wheels is always accepting donations. It is run like a library for residents in The Villages. Puzzles are checked out through the website and then the puzzles are delivered to the front door of the resident. Returned puzzles are picked up when new puzzles are selected. No charge for anything.
CMKKS
03-09-2022, 07:54 AM
Puzzles on Wheels is a brilliant idea. Especially good for the temporarily or permanently housebound. Puzzles were one of the things suggested for my very elderly fil to keep his brain active. Other things, BTW, were word search puzzles and blackjack.
raynan
03-09-2022, 07:59 AM
Puzzles on Wheels .com would be happy to get them. Go to their website.
Madelaine Amee
03-09-2022, 07:59 AM
They have already gone to Puzzles on Wheels. One of the replies to my request gave me the link, I emailed them, got an immediate reply, liked what I heard and the puzzles are gone. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to give me great suggestions.
Puzzles on Wheels in The Villages, Florida (https://puzzlesonwheels.com/)
dianejmorris
03-09-2022, 08:05 AM
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
My 91 yo mother loves jigsaw puzzles. After she completes them, we pass them on to her friend. I can pick them up if you want to get rid of them.
Rich42
03-09-2022, 08:07 AM
Freedom Pointe, a senior living community across the street from the villages hospital, would love to have some of those puzzles. They have many older residents who spend hours working on them.
vherman
03-09-2022, 08:58 AM
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
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At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
Puzzles on Wheels in The Villages, Florida (https://puzzlesonwheels.com/) may accept your donations. They are run like a library, and will deliver and pick-up puzzles to those who live in The Villages.
Blessed7
03-09-2022, 09:09 AM
My wife would love to have some new puzzles. She can pickup today if you wish.
Bacimom
03-09-2022, 10:33 AM
I would donate them to Puzzles on Wheels. It’s a wonderful service started by a Billager during the pandemic. She maintains excellent quality puzzles and has many volunteers that deliver & pick up to Villagers homes. Puzzles on Wheels in The Villages, Florida (https://puzzlesonwheels.com/)
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
Madelaine Amee
03-09-2022, 11:07 AM
The puzzles have gone to Puzzles on Wheels, but maybe my post gave others who have puzzles the opportunity to get rid of theirs.
Puzzles on wheels. What a great idea.
newyorkmaya
03-09-2022, 12:54 PM
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
Silver Lake has a lending library of puzzles. Unfortunately, it is closed until 4/4/22.
I've heard Lake Miona also has a puzzle library but I can't vouch for that.
If you want, you could drop them at my house until Silver Lake reopens and I will take them over.
Senior living center is also a good idea.
Davonu
03-09-2022, 03:48 PM
…I've heard Lake Miona also has a puzzle library but I can't vouch for that...
Yes, it does.
ellensue
03-09-2022, 04:59 PM
We are in downsizing mode and have several challenging jig saw puzzles in excellent condition and have no idea what to do with them. They are far too challenging for young children, but I am wondering whether nursing homes or extended living facilities would accept them. I really hate to just throw them out.
At one time some of the Rec Centers would have puzzles laid out on tables for anyone to walk up and work on, but Covid might have ended that.
The Citrus County Libraries would love to have your puzzles. You'd have to bring them to any of our libraries. They will be resold at our mega sales.
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