East Hickman - UMC

This family is in Safe Baby Court in Maury County and has a current DCS case. Family consists of mom and dad, 4 year old boy and 8 month old girl. This family has worked hard to keep their family together and was a risk of removal at one time. The family was overwhelmed with have young children, working full time, and maintaining appointments. The home was in disarray along with 6 cats, two dogs, and a rabbit. The family has rehomed majority of the animals, but their couch was already ruined by some of the cats. The family is in great need of a new or used sectional or Couch and Loveseat. The family could use help disposing of current sectional in the home. The apartment is on the second floor.

The family also needs a camara on the front door of the apartment. Mom has a no contact order on the father of the 4 year old boy and would feel safer if she was able to see who is at the door before opening the door. And to monitor the home while away.

A case manager is requesting support for two siblings—an 11-year-old girl and a 12-year-old boy—who are currently in custody and residing with relatives in South Carolina. The children were previously living with their custodial aunt, who recently passed away. Following her death, they re-entered custody due to the absence of any local relatives able to take them in. Sadly, the case manager had to bring them back to Maury County on 5/6 to visit their mother, who is on life support, so they can say their final goodbyes. They will be returning them to their caregivers Friday 5/9 . While they have since been placed with extended family in South Carolina, the process of setting up financial support has taken longer than expected. The relatives caring for them have already covered significant upfront costs, including after-school care, school supplies, and school-related fees, and are now in need of additional assistance. The Family Service Worker (FSW) is requesting $200 for each child to help the family purchase appropriate clothing for the local weather and school requirements. Although the family has the means to continue caring for the children, this one-time assistance would help ease the financial burden until formal support payments begin in the coming weeks. We would love to have them lovingly cared for as they shop for their needs during such a difficult time. Social Worker can assist with shopping on Wednesday afternoon 5/7.

Single dad with four boys has found a new home with the help of family but needs financial support for move in cost while he waits to be reimbursed from the hotel the family has been staying. The father has worked really hard to maintain lodging and employment while working toward staying in county, keeping the children from staying in their vehicle. The children are thriving in sports and in school and are ready to move into their new home. The new residence will accept a check for payment, funding from other agencies will be available on the back end. The father needs immediate funding to move in. Funding this need will give the children their new home they have been waiting for, they have been staying in hotels for several months. The father is trying his best to keep his family together. Any help is appreciated!

Update: Dad got moved into his rental. Thank you to everyone who helped this dad get a home for his boys. We continue to receive support in getting this dad's home filled with items he needs, so we have updated this request to keep track of what is left on his list. Thank you everyone!!

This incredibly hard-working mother is in need of two new twin beds for her two children. The children are a young boy and girl. The little girl loves unicorns, and the little boy loves video games. The family needs a set of beds, mattresses, box springs, pillows, mattress protectors, sheets, and comforters. This family would be incredibly appreciative of any help they can receive!

Case worker is requesting assistance for a mother working towards reunification with her four children. Birth mother has obtained housing and is in need of help with furniture. Mother receives SSI and is unable to work to secure extra funds. Birth mother is in need of 2 toddler beds, bedding for beds (2 year old twin boys), a large dresser, and storage for toys.