The Department is working with a mother whose 1-year-old is currently placed in foster care while she addresses the concerns that caused the case to open. She is in need of several items to ensure greater safety of her home, including a covered cat litter box, a baby monitor, and baby proofing items such as cabinet latches and outlet covers. She is getting started in all services and highly motivated to have her child returned to her care. Any assistance with this need so that this mother can address the state of her home and work towards reunification is greatly appreciated!

A provider has taken in three children that they were not expecting, the providers did not have enough beds for all of the children and are in need of a twin size bed, bedding for one of the children placed in their care as the child is currently sleeping in the living room. The provider is asking for a twin bed or a visa gift card of $300 to help buying a bed for the child. The providers and children are thankful for any help that is received.

Two children are moving with their father at the end of the school year. They are in need of the following items for the bedroom: *Two twin sheet/comforter sets (6 yo girl - favorite color pink and 5 yo boy- favorite color green) *One waterproof matress cover *Two pillows *Basic baby monitor (just sound, not video - children's bedroom on different floor than dad) *Dresser - short and long (max length 52 inches) These items will help ensure that the children have a safe and comfortable sleep environment and ensure thier father can check on their safety.

Family has been homeless for months is finally getting into a trailer move in date 5-30. The children have been staying at the Noyes home for months. They have received beds for the family. They are needing a couch and kitchen table with chairs for their new home.

The Department is requesting help for a mother and father of two. The mother recently gave birth to a second daughter and is living in poverty. The mother grew up in the foster care system and was adopted but estranged from her adopted family. She is learning how to be a mother of her own without a support system. Recently, the Department learned that the family was struggling to buy diapers, wipes, and baby supplies which resulted in the newborn wearing diapers for an extended amount of time to try to prolong the amount of diapers the family has and caused a diaper rash. The Department is requesting assistance to provide the family with diapers, wipes, and baby supplies such as diaper rash cream, baby shampoo/body wash, and hygiene essentials for baby and toddler. The infant will be in size 2 diapers and the toddler in size 5. The mother seems deeply devoted to raising her children and doing the best she can with what she can. We believe that better access to these products will tremendously improve the morale and feeling supportive.

We were put in contact with a mom who is in need of beds for her kids. Please let me know if you are able to help!

Grace Chruch Family, a need in the community has come to our attention that we would like to help with. A mom needs help with an electric bill. She has 3 children ages 6, 2, and 5 months. The baby was born early and this has caused her to get behind on several bills. Thank you for any amount you feel led to fund.

A family with a child with special needs (seizure disorder and autism) is seeking assistance for a small portable air conditioner. Initially mom thought that the landlord got this fixed but as the days get hotter the a/c cannot keep up. The child’s seizures worsen with heat and the mom is about to undergo a surgery. Does anyone have a used portable a/c that can be donated? Or can you find it in your heart to donate to this cause?

Single mother (who Emmaus members have been walking alongside) escaping domestic violence from husband along with two kids under the age of 7 years. She is starting over from scratch as they left the house with nothing and has no extended family support. She would like to have a car which would provide transportation so she can get a job so that she can get into housing. We are hoping to provide $3,000 towards a vehicle.

If you have any connections to help with housing or a job (she doesn't have childcare so maybe a daycare center, work from home, etc) please respond to this request or reach out to Julie-Anne or Kandilyn Ford.

Thank you for offering support and prayer for this family!

Embrace Grace is asking for Baby Formula and any other new or slightly used baby items for a baby shower for 12 women. An Amazon wihlist has been created.

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