FAQs

Yes, we deliver to students who live off campus in apartments, homes, and Greek houses. All we ask is that you share a roommates name and number as back up in case they are unavailable when we make the delivery. It is always our hope to put it directly in your students hands but sometimes students are unavailable last minute.

Always! The best part of our service is sharing their joy with you. Pictures are sent the same day as delivery. Upon request we will also FaceTime when possible.

Yes, absolutely! Many parents will ship gifts and or birthday cards from home for us to include. Some parents have also shipped items to us directly via sites like Amazon too.

Yes, we can pick up their prescriptions along with anything your student needs to feel better. That might include things a Neti Pot, cold medicine, fresh fruit, soup, whatever they would like to feel better soon!

Yes, we definitely can do this! And no one can pack a dorm room with your child better than a mom can. We will help your student determine what goes home, what goes into storage, and what gets donated. We will bring boxes, packing tape, ziplocs, and of course a scale to ensure their luggage for their flight is within the airlines weight parameters too. We will even help ensure your students room is left in appropriate condition per their dorm contract. FYI there are many companies that help store students items over the summer. These companies typically advertise in the spring semester.

Between now and the end of the semester there are several things your student can do to help ensure an easier move out at the end of the semester. First, every time your student returns home, have them bring home anything they no longer need. For example, at spring break, perhaps they bring home any winter clothing, boots, etc that they won't need when they return to campus. And when they return to campus after spring break, be sure to send them back to school with EMPTY luggage. I'm a big fan of the heavy-duty blue IKEA bags that zip. FRAKTA Storage bag for cart, blue, 28 ¾x13 ¾x11 ¾"20 gallon - IKEA Order several, they're inexpensive and can be easily stored "somewhere" in your student's dorm room. AND YES you can check these bags at the airport. However I strongly suggest you only put clothing, shoes and or bedding in these bags.

Of course, we can help. With families of our own we know how hard it is for our students to pack. Not only can we help them pack but if they need additional pieces of luggage, we can get that for them too. We know what brands will work well AND are affordably priced.

We can assist with whatever your student needs to ensure a smooth transition at the conclusion of their term.

Of course, we can bring them soup and anything else they might need. However, if they ONLY want soup, we encourage you to contact the your university Hillel organization. They deliver homemade matzoh ball soup at no charge to ALL students, regardless of religious affiliation. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available too AND if you would like a personal (virtual) introduction to your campus Hillel organization it would be OUR PLEASURE to help facilitate that.