How to write care of in mailing address
When writing "Care of" in a mailing address, you typically use the following format:
[Recipient's Name] Care of [Name of Organization or Person] [Street Address or PO Box] [City, State ZIP Code]
Here are some examples:
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If you're sending a package to a person who works at a company: John Doe Care of XYZ Corporation 123 Main Street Anytown, CA 12345
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If you're sending a package to a person who lives with someone else: Jane Smith Care of Mrs. Johnson 456 Elm Street Othertown, NY 98765
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If you're sending a package to a person who is a student at a university: Emily Chen Care of University of California 1234 University Drive Berkeley, CA 94720
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If you're sending a package to a person who is a patient at a hospital: Michael Brown Care of Dr. Smith's Office Hospital Name 123 Hospital Drive City, State ZIP Code
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If you're sending a package to a person who is a resident at a nursing home: Sarah Lee Care of Oakwood Nursing Home 456 Oakwood Drive Springfield, IL 62701
When writing "Care of" in a mailing address, make sure to:
- Use the correct spelling of the recipient's name and the name of the organization or person they are being sent to.
- Include the street address or PO box number, city, state, and ZIP code.
- Make sure the package is properly addressed and packaged to ensure it arrives at its destination.
It's also a good idea to check with the recipient or the organization they are affiliated with to confirm the correct mailing address and any specific delivery instructions.