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A transitional-age youth who is reuniting with her birth family after aging out of foster care is in urgent need of household support. As they prepare to move in together, they require six beds to ensure a safe and stable sleeping arrangement for the family. Additionally, other essential household supplies are needed to facilitate a smooth transition and create a comfortable living environment. Assistance in securing these items would greatly support their reunification process and provide a strong foundation for their new chapter together.

The Department is currently assisting a family with three children. The family could benefit from the following:

• one full size mattress

A mother with lots of prescription medication is in need of a lock box for all of her medications to ensure her children (9F and 7M) cannot access it. Below is the link (copy and paste into browser). Thank you for your consideration.

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I am writing on behalf of a remarkable client, a single mother who has recently endured one of life’s most difficult battles. After being diagnosed with cancer, she underwent a bone marrow transplant and is now in the delicate stage of recovery. Her journey has been one of immense courage, unwavering faith in God, and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.

Throughout this challenging time, she has remained strong for her child and leaned on her faith and community to carry her through. However, the financial toll of her illness has been significant. She is currently unable to work and is awaiting the approval of disability benefits. In the meantime, she is facing urgent financial hardship.

Right now, she is humbly seeking support to cover a past-due electric bill of $315. This assistance would provide immediate relief and help ensure that her home remains a safe and stable environment as she continues to heal. By contributing, you are not only helping to keep the lights on, but also showing this mother that she is not alone in her fight. You are becoming part of a community that uplifts and supports her in time of need. Thank you in advance.

DHS is working with a family who have three children: a 9 year old daughter, 7 year old daughter, and a 4 year old son The children have recently moved with their grandparent. Grandfather is asking for help obtaining clothes for the children to ensure they have appropriate fitting items. The son wears size 5/6 shirt, 5 slim pants. The Girls are in size 10 shirt 12 pants. The family is open to gently used items as well. Helping the family with obtaining fitting clothes will ensure the children continue to be in appropriate attire.

A single mom in Cannon Falls is requesting assistance to replace a window in her trailer home. She already has a new window to install.

Mom has a child on the spectrum, so it is hard to find good day care. She is home with the kids until she can get services. That being the case, a kitchen table will help for the family's meals and for the kids to sit at and do activities. It will help the apartment to feel more like home. ALL THE ITEMS NEEDED ARE AVAILABLE FROM RISE CHURCH CP INVENTORY. NO FURTHER DONATIONS ARE NEEDED.

A lady in a senior housing complex is in need of furniture and dishes for her apartment. She only has a bed and a tv. She is in need of dishes, sofa, table with chairs.

A mom at the apartments where we serve is in need of a bed. She has been having major issues with her back due to sleeping on her sofa. She does not work and cares for her disabled son. She is in need of a bed and dresser. Anything you can do to assist will be greatly appreciated.

A member of our church is in need of assistance with his family's utility bill. This family has 6 children all under the age of 12. Both parents are employed and hardworking. Meeting this need will help alleviate this church family from this financial burden!