Foster parents are asking for help with a specialty formula for a three month old baby who is having trouble eating and WIC does not cover that specialty formula in order to help continue baby’s weight gain. So far, after switching to this formula, the baby has consistently gained weight at an appropriate rate, however the problem is that it is tough to find and very expensive. Foster parents have drove around to Oklahoma City, Arkansas, and Locust Grove to secure some since this baby came into care. The baby is placed with adopted sibling and has had issues from birth, but the foster parents have done a great job looking after this baby and making sure the baby’s developmental needs are met. The specialty formula is “Enfamil AR (added rice).” FM asked for reimbursement of $250 and/or cans of formula. Anything would help this foster family care for this baby. Worker put 12 cans, however foster parents will take any help since this baby will be taking this formula for a while.

Client is needing a new carseat for their child that has turned a year old. They have been using their infant carrier and are now needing a convertible car seat. The parents have just started a new job and must now move due to rental property being sold and are struggling with finances. Any assistance with this need would be greatly appreciated.

Hello there! I am reaching out for assistance for a prospective adoptive family who has been the foster care placement for a 7-year-old for the past 10 months. The child has grown incredibly close to the family and they have worked tirelessly to ensure that she feels safe, loved, and free to express herself without fear of judgment or rejection. Over the past few months, the child's behaviors have become increasingly more concerning- to the point where the family recently had to have their dog euthanized as a result of the child's abusive behaviors toward it. The family was under the impression that the child had learned from the incident and that it would not happen again, however, she was recently observed abusing their other dogs while in the backyard playing. The family also recently welcomed twins into the family and there are some concerns for their safety. Because of this, the family is requesting financial assistance with purchasing a camera system for their backyard (to ensure that the child as well as their dogs remain safe) along with two motion-activated door sensors that can be placed on the doors of the child and the newborn twins. Any assistance with these needs that you may be able to provide would be immensely appreciated. This family does not wish to give up on the child, they just need some help with implementing additional security measures. Thank you again for your time and consideration!

A bio mom is working hard at work and making time to see her kiddos. She is doing a lot of traveling because her children are placed in a different county. This mama is in need of a gas card to alleviate some of the financial burden that she is experiencing with this much travel for work and visits. As she moved further along toward reunification, the responsibility of travel will continue to increase for her.

A bio mom on my case needs two full size mattresses to complete her boys room. The boys have long awaited bunk beds and mom was able to get the bunk beds, but needs assistance purchasing mattresses for the bunk beds. Fulfilling this need will make her home ready for overnight visits and future reunification.

This request is for a bus pass for a bio mom. Mom is doing her best to engage in her treatment plan but is encountering barriers with her transportation. A bus pass would help her to attend consistent family time, and reach appointments on time. Mom is currently sometimes having to walk to family times because she is determined not to miss them. Any help is greatly appreciated.

A family who is wanting to do a guardianship of four foster children. The family is in need of a set of bunk beds.

Family is ready for trial reunification to start, and in need of beds for each of the children. Mother completed rehab in January and continues to move forward, with positive choices for her family. Assistance with the beds, will ease the financial burden on the family, and make the transition back home much easier on the children. The children are ages 14, (male) 11, (female) and 8 (female) - bunk beds are an option as well

We have a foster family whose Air Conditioner went out completely today. With their current finances, they are going to struggle to afford repairs right now. They have two foster children right now, both 2 yrs. and under. The are a newer foster home that just opened up in March of 2023. Our number one goal is to make sure the kids are able to stay in the home as they were placed in their home in April.

The biological mother is struggling to meet her basic needs, as she has finally gained employment whereas she has not received a paycheck. This is a barrier for her to make it back and forth to work. I'm respectfully requesting a 31-day bus pass for this mother so that she can make it to work. The bus pass is $45.00.

Student who aged out of OKDHS custody in need of assistance with help paying utility bill with Oklahoma Natural Gas. While being a single mother to 3 small children, this student is successfully enrolled in the Oklahoma Successful Adulthood program and is currently academically excelling in college.

A little girl in foster care is turning 9 this month. The girl is being fostered by her grandmother. The family does not have extra money to buy the little girl a birthday gift. The little girl is asking for a manicure and pedicure at a salon for her birthday.

A single mother is in need of rental assistance. This single mother has two male children aged 7 and 6. This single mother was employed but is now in between jobs. This single mother has been looking for employment but has been unsucessful. This single mother has looked into other resources to help fulfill her financial need but to no avail. This single mother is concerned that further action may be taken that can result in an eviction being filed. This single mother is two months behind in her rent totaling in the amount of $675. Please help us strengthen this family and keep them in a stable environment. We know this family would be grateful for any assistance you are able to provide. Thank you for all that you do for our families.

A single mother of four children is in need of assistance. This single mother has three daugthers ages 16, 14, 7 and one 13 year old son. This single mother is on a fixed income and doesn't receive any additional financial support . This single mother has been able to maintain her financial responsibilities but once her funds are exhausted, that's when she needs some help. This mother takes the children back and forth to appointments and runs several errands daily. We are requesting a gas card for this single mother to help with all the traveling she does for her children. Also, this single mother is in need of a sturdy dresser, with a mirror for her teenaged daughter's room. This dresser can be used or new, this single mother is not picky. If you could please help us strengthen this family by providing the about requested items, this family would be greatly appreciative of any help you're able to assist with. We thank you for all that you do for our families.

Natural mother of 2 children The natural mother is trying to finish setting up and baby proofing her apartment for her children to live with her. She needs help with purchasing plastic toddler silverware, plates, bowls and sippy cups. She needs these to safely serve her kids food instead of using glass or ceramic plates and spilling juice on her floor. She has indicated that her toddler is not picky with what kind of sippy cup, straw or no straw. She just wants to make sure it does not spill.

I am working with a natural mother who is in need of money to pay off her utilities bill this month. She lost her job due to having to go to appointments appointed by court for her Individual Service Plan. The bill is $113.00 and includes water and trash. Any help is appreciated.

I have a single mother who has an infant child who is in need of clothing items. The infant is in size 12 to 18 month old clothing and size for 4-5 diapers. The natural mother is not currently working and is applying for public assistance. The child needs clothing items for his growing body. The natural mother wants to start looking for employment and will need to send her child to daycare and he will need a diaper bag for his things. The is a young mother who has three other children who are in DHS custody and we are working to prevent the infant from entering.

Two children are going to be reunified with their mother but need two mattresses to do so. Updated on June 05, 2023 by an Agency Worker
Just need one mattress now.

Three boys ages 6, 11, and 12 were placed in a temporary kinship placement last night. As we await finding permanent placement the boys are needing clothes after coming into custody with one change of clothes. The sizing is XL shirts, 1XL shorts, large shirts, large shorts, boys size 8 shirts, and boys size 7 short. Updated on June 03, 2023 by an Agency Worker
Emergency need

A single mother with four minor children are attempting to reunify their home. They have secured a house, from a relative, that meets their needs. However, the house has mice. The mother has called a professional exterminator twice but the mice continue to live there. Today as worker was present at the house, he noticed the grass hasn't been cut. We are requesting a lawn mower in working order (this could be new or used.)