Story
The department is working with three youth (12 y/o m, 13 y/o m and 15 y/o f) who were removed from their father's care due to severe physical abuse. These youth lost their mother in a car accident 5 years ago so they have been grieving and are now dealing with an additional large amount of trauma. These youth were recently moved to their maternal grandparents home where they continue to heal and grow. These youth are in need basic cell phones and phone cards in order to maintain contact with their professional team as well as have the ability to engage in supervised phone calls with their father in order to continue working to rebuild their familial relationship. These youth are now engaged in school in-person for the first time and are engaged in extracurricular activities and are requesting the ability to communicate with their caregivers regarding their safety. These youth would be so thankful for anything that they are able to get. The department is asking for these phones and phone cards to be purchased or a Wal-Mart gift card, or a VISA gift card in order to purchase the phones. Any and all help is appreciated!!!