Greater Shiloh COGIC

Current Emergency Response Social Worker met with the family and found mother and child recently arrived in the US and began living with strangers who took them in off the streets. The environment with this new family was not helpful for child’s fragile mental health, as she was already experienced sexual abuse and physical abuse and witnessed severe domestic violence between mother and father. Over the course of the week, mother was able to rent a new room in LA 90001 to help alleviate some stress and anxiety for her child. Mother is in need of a small/slim refrigerator for food storage. (Please see attachment) Home Depot Vissani 10.1 cu. ft. Top Freezer Refrigerator in Black Cost 379.00

Mother needs a new forward facing booster seat with a harness for a 7 year old child. The child is in need of a booster seat seat with a harness as he has a disability and he often pulls at his seat belt making it unsafe when needing to travel from one place to another. The family came to the attention of the Department due to Domestic Violence concerns. Mother has been struggling financially and is now a single mom working day in and day out to ensure she is able to provide a safe and loving home environment for her two children. Mother is receiving assistance as her older child needs consistent care and supervision. However, she is struggling to come up with the funds to cover the cost for the car seat. Mother is committed to maintaining her family together. The main reason I am requesting this need to be fulfilled is because mother is doing the best she can to provide a safe environment for the children and the forward facing booster seat with a harness will assist in ensuring child safety. If the need is not met, the child could be severely hurt during day to day transportation. This need is being requested through Care Portal because unfortunately DCFS does not provide this item. The estimated cost of the need/s being requested about $230.

Dear CarePortal Team, I am submitting this request on behalf of a single, non-offending father who currently has an open DCFS case. He is experiencing significant financial hardship and is in urgent need of a crib and a highchair for his 1.5-year-old child. Providing these essential items would greatly help him meet his child’s basic needs, relieve some of the stress he is under, and allow him to focus on building a stronger bond with his child. Thank you for your support and compassion. Sincerely, L-5 Parent Partner

Current Emergency Response Social Worker met with the family and found mother and child recently arrived to the US and began living with strangers who took them in off the streets. The environment with this new family was not helpful for child’s fragile mental health, as she was already experienced sexual abuse and physical abuse and witnessed severe domestic violence between mother and father. Over the course of the week, mother was able to rent a new room in LA 90001 to help alleviate some stress and anxiety for her child. The purpose of this urgent request is to assist mother in furnishing her new room as she does not have adequate items for herself or her child. Mother can benefit from (1) twin bed for child, (1) small or slim refrigerator for food storage, (1) 4-5 drawer dresser, (1) single burner stove with small propane tanks, (1) microwave, (1) small table, (2) chairs for sitting, (1) gift card for food, (1) gift card for Walmart/Target for toiletries, utensils, and other needed items for day to day living.

Currently working with a family who is experiencing some financial difficulties. Client has 1 ½ year old and a newborn baby. Client does not have a stroller and struggles to do community outings with both children. Client's 1 ½ year old has some physical disabilities that prevents her from walking. Client is not working currently, but would like to work once her baby is little older. This family would greatly benefit from having a double stroller to be able to facilitate everyday activities. Thank You so much for your time and consideration a link to a double stroller can be found in the notes sections.

Client is a single mother of seven of which four are minors. Client has been recently housed after expericing homelessness for 2+ years. She is seeking support with renting a van/truck to be able to pick up her and her family's belongings from storage to fully complete their move into permanenet housing. Having this need met will allow the client to have access to important documents, irreplacable pictures of family and loved ones, as well as clothes and other items needed by the family. The amount needed is $60 for the rental.

I am reaching out to request assistance for a family in need of two beds. The absence of proper sleeping arrangements is preventing the children from enjoying sleepovers at their mother's residence. This lack of beds is the sole barrier to family reunification during these visits. Therefore, I am seeking support to facilitate the provision of beds, enabling the children to spend quality time with their mother. Thank you In advance.

I’m currently working with a young mother of two who has been doing an admirable job saving money in preparation for a move. She’s turning 21 soon and is focused on finding a home within her budget. Unfortunately, due to ongoing health challenges, she’s limited in the number of hours she can work.

There have also been delays in receiving support funds from DCFS, which has made it difficult for her to purchase clothing for her growing children. A gift card to Target or Burlington would be extremely helpful in meeting this immediate need. With this support, she would be able to continue focusing on her long-term savings goals.

Currently working with a family in need of a pack & play. Client delivered her baby via emergency C-section at 31wks. Father of baby has not been working due to caring for client and their older child. Father states he thought he had more time to save to purchase this items. Father has not returned to work since he is the one going to NICU daily.  Family is in need of a Pack & Play for the infant save sleep. Thank You in advance for your support and consideration with helping this family. A link of the Pack & Play can be found in the notes section.

2ND REQUEST Client is a single parent of 4 minor children transitioning into permanent housing on 7/4/2025. Family has been homeless "couch surfing" for more than 2 years and recently was approved for an apartment. During their period of homelessness, family had to give up the majority of their belongings to move in temporarily in a friends small bedroom. Client is finally able to provide a stable living situation for her and children and is need of furniture: dressers, mattress, dining table and chairs, sofa or living room seating, basic kitchen supplies and cookware. Access to these items will not only improve the family's comfort and well-being but will also support their continued success in maintaining stable housing. Furniture can play a critical role in restoring a sense of normalcy, security, and dignity for individuals rebuilding after homelessness or housing insecurity. On behalf of this client we thank you in advance for your consideration in meeting the needs of this family.

1ST REQUESTClient is a single parent of 4 minor children transitioning into permanent housing on 7/4/2025. Family has been homeless "couch surfing" for more than 2 years and recently was approved for an apartment. During their period of homelessness, family had to give up the majority of their belongings to move in temporarily in a friends small bedroom. Client is finally able to provide a stable living situation for her and children and is need of furniture: dressers, mattress, dining table and chairs, sofa or living room seating, basic kitchen supplies and cookware. Access to these items will not only improve the family's comfort and well-being but will also support their continued success in maintaining stable housing. Furniture can play a critical role in restoring a sense of normalcy, security, and dignity for individuals rebuilding after homelessness or housing insecurity. On behalf of this client we thank you in advance for your consideration in meeting the needs of this family.

Mother is in the process in reunifying with her son after eight years and is in need of a mattress for him to sleep on. Mother has worked hard towards her reunification and would like to have a bed in place so when the department conducts the final walk through there are no issues. Thank you.