Currently DSS is working on an ongoing case with a family that are requesting to assist with their car. The father is driving a Ford Explorer '03 4wd 4.0 Eddie Bauer. Its the only vehicle that the family owns. Unfortunately due to the price of the needed car part both parents struggle to get all four children to school, and on top of that the loving father isn't able to work to which pushes him back further and further with payments for their home. We are asking for between $200-400 in donations for the needed repairs so that both parents can provide/work and transport all four sweet kiddos to and from where they need to go.

I am working with a family that recently had a boy baby. They are in need of a pack and play with a net on top to provide safe sleep for the child. The baby will hopefully be discharged from the hospital to come home soon.

Seeking help for bio parents who's child is currently in care and working with the department closely. Mother needs to travel to Bristol, VA to attend court matters. Mother just had child so money is tight. It is important that mother attends court hearings to comply with court and the department. A gas gift card is needed. Court is next week. Gas card would need to be delivered asap! Resolving these court matters would be one step closer to family being reunified.

The family is in the process of reunifying as the children are being slowly transitioned from the safety placement back to the home. There was leak in the water pipe which has lead to an extremely large water bill. Both parents are currently out of work. The transition for the children returning home will have to be stopped if the water bill can not be paid.

We are currently working with a single mother with one 8 year old daughter who is due with a son in May 2021. We became involved due to concerns in the home. The mother is currently doing well and is able to maintain the current child in the home. She is making significant strides to follow all recommendations of the department and comply with services as requested. She has enrolled and has begun participating with the Pregnancy Support Center to provide additional skills and resources for her family. She is currently in need of items for the future baby and we believe that with these resources and support the family will have a great start. The 8 year old daughter is very excited for the arrival of her new baby brother and enjoyed discussing items that she feels the baby needs. Supplies that are not listed below include baby bottles, newborn clothes for a boy, baby bath and shampoo, lotion, etc. His 8 year old sister also mentioned she would love for him to have some books so she can read to him.

Family has two children within the home. One child has special needs and her room is small in size. When the heat is on in the home her room gets very warm. The younger child - age 2 sleeps in a crib within the mother and father's room. The family is asking for 2 window unit AC(s). If not AC unit then anything that would help with air flow. Other concerns noted within the home include: flooring and the need for a new front door for the trailer. Any help with these items would be greatly appreciated.

The family has recently undergone a change in the family finances as a layoff has occurred, hitting hard their financial resources, which are needed for rent and utilities, thus leaving them in a position of need. Additionally, the baby has outgrown the infant seat requiring a car seat that holds 24lbs and up so as to provide the necessary protection for this little one.

The family has recently moved to Lynchburg. There are 2 children, ages 8 and 7. Neither child has a dresser and their clothing is in a pile on the floor.

I am currently working with a family that consists of a single mother and 3 children. The mother has had to take some time off of work to handle her mental health. During this time, the family has been struggling to make ends meet. The mother is requesting assistance with the children's clothing and items for school. The 14-year-old boy is in school and is in need of clothing size 14/16 and 7.5 in shoes. School supplies such as notebooks, folders, pencils and a backpack. The 7-year-old girl is a size 1 in shoes and a 10/12 in clothing. The youngest, 3-year-old female is a 9c in shoes and 5/6 T in clothing. Child is also in need of pull ups size 5/6T. Anything is appreciated thank you :)

I am currently working with a family in which the child (1 month old male) has been placed in foster care. One of the many needs of the family is to get supplies for the home to make the home appropriate for the child. The family needs two dressers, two bookshelves, a vacuum, 3 baby gates, a heavy duty metal shelving unit, 6 medium size organizational bins, and shoe rack. The family is also requesting a DVD player and small tv.