Blue Ridge Baptist Church

Young pregnant Mom has experienced trauma with her last childbirth experience and would like to have a birth doula for support delivering this next baby. Income is poor because husband is between jobs and she stays home to care for her disabled mother She has managed to save some money for birth support but is shy $150 and is asking for monetary donation to help with this medical bill. She also is in need of maternity clothing 2x tops and bottoms (used donation is perfect)

This case was brought to the department following concerns of unsanitary living conditions at the fathers home. The children are now living with their mother in the City of Charlottesville, however, the families goal is to have the fathers home cleaned up so the oldest child can return home with her father. The family is in need of financial assistance, as they have been having issues with their cars and need extra money for repairs. To help offset the cost of those repairs, we are requesting clothing for 2 of the children, which would be helpful as they need new clothes for the summer and before school begins. The oldest is 16 and wears women's size 14-16. The other child is 10 and wears a youth size 12-14.

I am currently serving a Kinship/Adoptive mom caring for her 10-year-old son. Due to a recent injury, the mother is preparing for emergency surgery and needs temporary care for her 10-year-old son during her recovery (about one week). The surgical process starts July 3rd. He’s a bright and curious child with several diagnoses, including ADHD, High Functioning Autism, PTSD, DMDD, and Tourette’s. (There are more details, as he is a complex child, that will be shared with those who are considering hosting). He communicates well but may stutter or cough when explaining things, however, patience helps him feel heard and supported.

There have been past challenges with aggression toward his adoptive mom, but he just started intensive in-home counseling, which will continue through the week and can offer added support to the host family. He also attends a summer schooling program, that will provide support during weekdays.

The family would be grateful for a compassionate family or individual who can provide a calm, safe, and understanding environment while his mother recovers. If this is something you or your church community might be able to help with, please reach out for more details. We are grateful for blessing this family however you are able!

A mother of two children, 4-years and 9-years. Currently, caretaker is having difficulties in ensuring her children have physical needs. She is committed to ensuring the children are cared for, have their medical needs met, and are safe, but she needs assistance/donations with the following items to reduce stress in the household, and ensure the children have their basic physical needs met:

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.

Single mom who just moved from another state is in need of a bed and mattress for her 12 year old daughter. This will give her peace of mind knowing her daughter is sleeping well and safe.

CDSS is working with a twelve year old girl who is in a residential treatment facility out of the area. She has been in foster care for several years, and currently has a goal of Adoption with no adoptive placement identified. The social worker is working to engage with her family and increase her connections. She is going to visit her in the facility on Friday, which is several hours away, and is going to bring two family members of the youth with her. The youth has not met this new social worker before, and it has been a very long time since she has seen these family members. The worker is hoping to bring books and artistic/craft activities, to ensure that the visit is comfortable and that they have things to do. She has learned that the teen likes the "demon slayer" book series and other age-appropriate sci-fi books. We are hoping for assistance in acquiring these items before Friday's visit. Thank you for your consideration!

A mother who is working to reunify with her 4 young children, a 10 year old male, and three females ages 8, 7, and 6. The mother reports she will need assistance with securing beds for the children, but she reports she can obtain the other bedroom furniture that they will need. The mother has reported that she has painted and had housing fix the broken parts of her home and she is now ready to start preparing their rooms. The Department is requesting 4 twin beds and 4 twin mattresses. Assistance with bedding and pillows for each child could also be very helpful. Due to the children having special needs, bunk beds are not being requested. Thank you for your consideration!

Seeking support for an 11-month-old baby girl who has been in CDSS care since birth. She is currently placed with her paternal aunt, who has been actively meeting all of the baby’s developmental and emotional needs.

As the baby was born small and has experienced some developmental delays, she has been able to safely use her current sleeping arrangement until now. However, she has grown significantly and now requires a larger crib to continue to meet her needs safely. Her aunt is requesting assistance in providing a new crib for this child. Any support would be greatly appreciated to help ensure her continued growth, safety, and well-being.

A single mom is in need of assistance, children aged 10, 6 and 2, with cleaning the environment of her home. Due to recent hardship, they are struggling to maintain a clean and safe living environment.

Any assistance with cleaning supplies, volunteer time, or professional cleaning services would make a meaningful difference for this family’s well-being and comfort.

CDSS is working with a high needs 16 year old non verbal youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disability, and his 13 year old sister. Their parent is a single mother in need a working washing machine- it does not need to be new. This parent has to do an excessive amount of laundry because of sons needs associated to accidents and behaviors. Also a gas card for assistance with transport for therapeutics services would be helpful for this family. Thank you for your consideration!