Barcaloungers, Drapes, and a Sewing Machine

Barcaloungers, Drapes, and a Sewing Machine

23 years ago this month, March 1993, Barb and I received a request from a single mother with two children for living room furniture for her new apartment –  sofa, Barcalounger and a coffee table. When we delivered the furniture, we found that she had no hands....
Spring Cleaning

Spring Cleaning

Spring has sprung and will soon burst forth in all its glory. Now is the time when many people make it their mission declutter their homes and get organized by taking on some much needed spring cleaning.  This can be a very satisfying experience as you work your way...
Story of Success: Franklin

Story of Success: Franklin

Franklin came to Household Goods after having been referred by Lazarus House Ministries.  While looking at the furniture and thinking carefully about his needs, Franklin talked about the medical problems he has faced the past several years, including many tumors on...
March Volunteer Needs

March Volunteer Needs

Each month we have a variety of different needs for volunteers. Here’s the latest list.

Volunteer Spotlight: Nashoba Learning Group

Volunteer Spotlight: Nashoba Learning Group

Have you noticed the hangers in the front room, neatly taped in sets, ready for our clients to take home and use in their closets?  Volunteers from the Nashoba Learning Group come to Household Goods every two weeks with their job coaches and set up shop in our...