Word of Life Evangelical

Bedford County DSS is working with a single mother with two kids who are 4 and 7 years old. The mother is working a full-time job M-F and cleans houses on the weekend. She got behind on her bills and ended up losing her house. She is currently homeless, staying in her vehicle and at a friend's house 2-3 times a week. One of her children is staying with her father and the other child is safety placed out of the home for the time being. The mother is actively participating in every recommended service and doing what DSS is asking of her. She is on the verge of losing her car, which is the only way she is able to get to and from both of her jobs. She owes two months for her car payment, totaling $624.45. Her phone is also about to be cut off, and she needs her phone to be able to participate in her required services. She owes $156.11 to Tmobile. Paying her phone bill and getting her car payment caught up will help alleviate a lot of stress, allow her to be able to maintain her two jobs and services through the Department, allow her to be able to talk to/visit her children when she is able, and prevent her from losing her place to sleep until she is able to find stable housing.

Single mother of 8 is currently needing help with underwear and socks for her children. Mother recently had a baby that has some medical issues and she is not working at the moment. Sizes are 16, 8 and 5 for the boys and girls size 6. She has minimal support system and could benefit from someone reaching out to her as well. She has also noticed a couple of roaches recently in her home and would like to get roach traps or spray.

Mother and father of 3 of their own children have taken in 4 additional children to avoid them coming into foster care due to substance use by the biological mother. The youngest child is on formula and this is a large expense. Trying to aid the sudden financial strain the family has now caring for 4 additional children. The biological mother could also benefit from a support system as well. Baby is currently on Enfamil in the purple can.

Parents are currently homeless and working to find a place to stay. They have a one year old daughter. Both parents are trying to secure daycare and employment. DSS is working with the family and has referred them to housing, parents are donating plasma to stay at hotel but have run out of money. CarePortal also provided a stroller for the child but the stroller broke at the base and wheel. DSS is asking for a 200 gift card and stroller for the baby.

I am working with a mother and father, who have a young child- and are struggling with lack of financial resources to replace the door to their home. They currently do not have a front door- it is entirely broken, and just props up on the frame at night but is not at all attached. It is a safety hazard to the family to not have a door to their home, putting them at risk of harm. Any assistance that could be provided to this family to either obtain a new door, or help them put the door in would be greatly appreciated.

I am working with a single mother of 7 children, with minimal support and money- who is in need of child proofing door handles. Some door alarms have already been provided to her, but she could benefit from the door handles as well- to keep her young children inside at all times- as some of her children are very young.

Family is in need of 10,000 BTU window AC unit. Family's HVAC system is broken and is needing assistance with getting it fixed. Family has been using one window AC unit but needs another to get through the recent weather hitting 90 degrees heat.

Family is requesting a 10,000-12,000 BTU air condition window unit to cool his home. Family stated they would be okay for now but that when it gets into the 90 degrees that it is unbearable with so many people in the household.

• Teethers and Baby Food* We are reaching out on behalf of a mother in urgent need who is caring for two young children under the age of two. She is currently facing a difficult time and could greatly benefit from some support. We are specifically seeking donations Teethers and Baby Food, especially in pumpkin and banana flavors, which are favorite flavors of her little ones. Your generosity would provide immediate relief and help ensure these children have the essentials they need to thrive.

Diapers We are reaching out on behalf of a mother in urgent need who is caring for two young children under the age of two. She is currently facing a difficult time and could greatly benefit from some support. We are specifically seeking donations of diapers (Pampers brand Size 4). Your generosity would provide immediate relief and help ensure these children have the essentials they need to thrive.

The girl, who is 16 years old, has experienced frequent transitions between foster homes and relative placements throughout her life. We are actively supporting her in maintaining regular school attendance, as she faces challenges related to social anxiety and behavioral concerns. She is currently residing with a relative for a short period, tho she is planning to get custody and due to her recent mobility, she has limited clothing and underwear available. While she is making progress—attending summer school and preparing to begin a life skills program—she would greatly benefit from any assistance with clothing and personal items.

A family of six is currently experiencing significant hardship and is in urgent need of assistance with obtaining cell phones and food. The parents of four daughters are currently homeless and lack access to a phone, which severely limits their ability to communicate with service providers, DSS, and other community resources. The communication barrier has prevented their ability to receive the support they need, however, with consistent communication the family can be provided more effective assistance.

Additionally, the family does not have access to food or water on days when community resources are unavailable. They also do not have transportation at this which has further hindered their situation.

Despite these obstacles, the family has demonstrated initiative by actively seeking out available resources and has clearly expressed a strong desire for help in order to be available for their children. Fulfillment of these needs will empower these parents to move forward in their goals and improve their well-being.

It is noted that two phones would be helpful, however, one will suffice if necessary.