Pixley First Assembly of God

The applicants are family members, and they have gained emergency placement of 3 children. The children are high-needs, and the family has been working really hard at meeting all of the court-ordered services. One of the children is in need of a high chair, as he is too small to sit in a regular kitchen chair. The family tries to include the children in all activities, including dinner at the table. The family is of humble means, and any support is appreciated.

A 1-year-old female will be placed in the same resource home as her minor mother, who is also a dependent, to avoid multiple placement changes. The resource parent has agreed to this arrangement in support of the anticipated reunification at the next court hearing in one month.

The resource parent has requested assistance with obtaining a car seat and a highchair. Providing a properly fitted car seat is essential to ensure the child’s safety during transportation. Additionally, a highchair allows the child to sit securely and safely during meals, preventing falls and promoting appropriate supervision while eating. Supplying these items will support the resource parent in maintaining a safe and stable environment for the child’s daily needs and ensure placement.

This family is requesting assistance with dump truck or dump trailer services. This relative care provider cares for one dependent toddler. They are extremely grateful to have received support last month but need further assistance in continuing to clear unused items from inside the home. The items are mainly personal items that have accumulated over time. Due to an infestation of pests within the home, it is crucial that the excess items be disposed of prior to extermination services. Your support in aiding the family will help the caregiver better organize the home to get rid of hiding spaces for pets so that it can then be properly treated for the infestation. This caregiver will need a trailer, assistance with picking up the items, and assistance with the items being disposed of. The cleanliness and safety of the home will improve because of your support, which is necessary to preserve placement of the dependent child.

The father is progressing to overnight visits with his three children and in need of assistance with gift cards to a grocery store to ensure he has enough food for the children while they are in his care. The father has been engaging in his court ordered services and adjusting to one income to support himself and the children.

Two relative caregivers are in need of additional fans to cool their home. They currently have placement of one infant child. Their main A/C unit is currently broken, and they are relying on portable A/C units in the bedrooms of the home to cool the premises until they are able to get the main A/C unit fixed. This family could benefit from 3 portable fans to utilize in the home in order to create more air circulation and cool the expanse of the home. To ensure the safety and comfort of the home, these fans are needed. The addition of these fans would help to benefit the family and preserve placement of the infant child.

A youth on my caseload recently moved into her studio apartment. the youth has not been able to purchase essential household items and is requesting assistance. The items the youth needs are: Electric Griddle, Portable Lightweight Dual Coil Burner, A blender, Magic Bullet juicer. The youth would benefit from assistance as she will be able to fully settle into the apartment, and it feel like home. The youth will be able to have meals at home, instead of depending on family and friends for meals.

I am requesting Care Portal assistance on behalf of a mother and her two children who were recently evicted from their home and are currently residing in an emergency shelter. The family has experienced significant instability, including lack of access to basic necessities and transportation. The mother is actively seeking support but has very limited resources at this time. She is in need of a gas card to help her retrieve their remaining belongings from the previous residence and attend scheduled appointments, including one to access further support. Any assistance provided would help stabilize the family during this difficult transition and ensure the children’s immediate needs are met in a safe and dignified manner.

A single mother of four children is currently requesting a refrigerator for her household. She is raising her children alone, ages 7 to 15, and currently does not have stable employment. The mother occasionally volunteers in the community and makes money babysitting, but her income is not enough to afford a refrigerator. Her current refrigerator is old and has been working barely, but there is concern that it will break down soon, as it is leaking. It would be helpful for the family to receive a refrigerator, as it is a basic necessity for the children to get the nutrition needed to stay healthy.

Mom is requesting a new or used refrigerator and dryer for a family of 9. Mom is a single mother who has limited income and is unable to purchase these items on her own. Mom has been working hard to maintain complaint with CWS services. Mom has been able to navigate through the Child welfare system and services with such success that she is now in family maintenance. Unfortunately, mom's refrigerator seal is damaged and is no longer able to keep foods frozen and struggling to keep foods cold. Mom is doing her best to keep food from spoiling but is in desperate need of a replacement as soon as possible. Mom's dryer has also unfortunately stopped working, and to is asking for support with a used dryer if possible. If any support is available for one or both items, it would be greatly appreciated.