HOPE HARBOR CARE — HANDMADE CARE CHECKLIST
Sample planning document for local website review.

BEFORE YOU START
[ ] Ask the receiving organization about current needs.
[ ] Confirm accepted items, quantities, materials, and sizes.
[ ] Ask about age suitability, attachments, and construction requirements.
[ ] Confirm cleaning, packaging, and labeling instructions.
[ ] Agree on a contact person and delivery arrangements.

WHILE MAKING
[ ] Keep your making space and materials clean.
[ ] Follow the receiving organization's requirements.
[ ] Check seams and any permitted attachments carefully.
[ ] Set aside items that need review or repair.

BEFORE PACKING
[ ] Complete required cleaning and quality checks.
[ ] Label materials and care instructions if requested.
[ ] Include a note only if the receiving organization permits it.
[ ] Do not add personal contact details for recipients.

DELIVERY AND PRIVACY
[ ] Reconfirm that the organization can accept the delivery.
[ ] Use the agreed handoff process.
[ ] Do not share recipient names or photographs without permission.

This checklist is an illustrative planning aid, not a substitute for
organization-specific safety, infection-control, or recipient requirements.