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UPDATE 3/27/2020: All of the mask-making kits were distributed on Thursday, March 26 due to the incredible response by the community. Because of that, we have canceled the previously scheduled distribution times today in Salem and Dallas.
Salem Health is grateful for the public’s enthusiasm and support. At this time, we have no plans to ask for more help making masks. We will keep you updated should the situation change in the future.
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Salem Health distributed kits Thursday, March 26 to make masks for our nurses and other care providers. This week, employees created and bagged hundreds of the mask-making kits – enough to produce nearly 10,000 masks. The kits include surgical paper fabric, instructions and a bag for the finished product.
Those interested in helping will need a sewing machine; white thread; scissors or a rotary cutter; and a yardstick, straight edge or cutting mat. (Volunteers should NOT use their own fabric – only the material provided.)
Guidelines
- Continue social distancing. Please do not host mask-making parties with friends/neighbors or ask to pick up kits to take to someone else.
- Return completed masks to a drop-off location with a few days.
Pick up mask kits
- Happened Thursday, March 26
Locations
- Salem — Town Park security booth (former Kmart parking lot at Mission St. SE and 25th St. SE)
- Dallas — West Valley Hospital parking lot (525 SE Washington St.)
Drop off completed masks (same locations)
Salem
- Monday, March 30, 9 to 11 a.m.
- Wednesday, April 1, 1 to 3 p.m.
- Thursday, April 2, 10 a.m. to noon
- Friday, April 3, 9 to 11 a.m.
Dallas
- Thursday, April 2, 1 to 3 p.m.
- Friday, April 3, 9 to 11 a.m.
Salem Health truly appreciates the public’s help during this crucial time. More details about the mask-making kits, including video instructions, are available at salemhealth.org/masks.
About Salem Health. Salem Health offers exceptional care to people in and around Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley. It comprises hospitals in Salem and Dallas, a medical group of primary and specialty care providers, plus other affiliated services. Visit us at www.salemhealth.org; “Like” us on www.facebook.com/salemhealth; follow us on Twitter: @salemhealth; and view us at www.youtube.com/salemhealth.