East Hickman - UMC

We are logging this request on behalf a the DCS caseworker who is on the road back to the office.

Three siblings have had an extremely difficult time in and out of foster care. Most recently they were removed from their current foster home at no fault of their own. Their courageous aunt and uncle, who have already five kids, are opening up their home for a kinship placement.

A bunkbed and two twin beds are needed to rearrange current sleeping arrangement and accommodate the new new children. There are two tween girls, a teen girl and a teen boy. This family had no notice a the kids came without any of their personal belongings. We are asking for a clothing allowance and groceries to help with the transition.

Any support for this courageous family is greatly appreciated.

Resource Linkage is assisting a foster family who suffered storm damage and were able to get an estimate of the damage of a fallen tree. The family has two sisters placed with them at this time and this would help relieve some financial responsibility. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Due to circumstances, an Aunt is getting custody of her niece. The youth does not have clothes that fit her or any toys. Her birthday is coming up and the caregiver does not have enough funds to get the things she needs. The youth is currently wearing 4T clothes.

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.

This request is regarding a single foster parent who fosters teen boys. She currently has 4 teen boys in the home. This foster parent is amazing with these teens and has been a faithful foster parent for the past 4 years. The teens refer to her as "Grandma." She goes above and beyond to serve children in need and is truly a blessing to everyone she interacts with.

Grandma's roof was recently damaged by storms, and she is having to get it replaced. She needs assistance with paying the deductible for this. She is on a fixed income and paying for this deductible herself would greatly impact the budget she is living off of to support her foster children.

I would also love to see some support for takeout gift cards for a couple of dinners. Having construction at your house can get very chaotic and not having to worry about dinner during this project would be a huge support.

Thank you so much for wrapping around this foster mom who is giving above and beyond to care for local youth! *** Update 05/08 *** Thanks to a refund from the insurance we only need $2,400 of the $5,000. So there is only $500 remaining. *** Update 05/08 *** This request is fully funded and the check is send to the Roofing Company

This family is needing a toddler bed for their child as well as cleaning supplies to help them clean up their home. General cleaning supplies necessary. Multi purpose cleaners, broom, mop, floor cleaner, sponges and gloves

I have a very hard-working mother who needs help with groceries. She is working multiple jobs to support her two kids. This family would appreciate any help they can receive!

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.

I have a child who is in need of a bed, with a mattress and bedding. The child is currently sleeping on a couch. The child was removed from their home and the placement is needing a bed. The child is in need of clothing as well, as he had very little clothing available. The child wears XL in men's clothing.

Caseworker is working with a family where the Grandparents took custody of their 3 grandkids. The grandfather passed away in late January leaving just the grandmother to raise the children alone. The grandmother is needing assistance paying this months’ electricity bill. She is working through the survivor benefits process and should start receiving additional benefits in May. Any help with this situation is greatly appreciated as the family is still mourning the loss of the grandfather.

A grandmother has gotten custody of her 2 grandchildren and is diagnosed with cancer. She is needing help paying bills so she can stay on track and file for disability. She is going to have surgery in 3 weeks and she does not have insurance.

Updated on April 30, 2025 by an Agency Worker
The family has been given time to complete these requests and have struggled to follow through due to the financial concerns