JANESVILLE, Wis. (SPECTRUM NEWS)-- Rock County’s Mercyhealth Hospital proud to be the only medical system in the country to offer a community-focused homeless shelter.

For nearly 25 years, the House of Mercy has helped thousands get back on their feet by providing families specialized care.  

"People still feel like someone believes in them and will help them rebuild their lives," the organization's manager, Tammy King Johnson said. 

This holiday season, the House of Mercy hopes you will help them fulfill their wish list that includes at the top: laundry detergent and laundry baskets.

’Those are always hot items and we don’t have the dollars in our budget to be able to purchase those items at times." Johnson said.  She adds that care care items such as oil or anti-freeze are also in critical demand.  

You can learn how to donate, here.