Mom and dad in this family are both working but they have not been able to save up for unexpected emergencies. The property they rent has been sold and they have been given a month to move. They have three children and need at least three bedrooms. The wait lists for affordable homes is long and they will not move to the top of any of those lists within that time-frame. Any assistance in finding them suitable and affordable housing would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Hannah at 258-4641, if you can help.
A mom with two children with special needs would like snow tires size 185/65R14 to be able to transport her children to their learning program during the winter months.
The Child Development Center operates four Learning Centers for children on the autism spectrum and materials for their programs to teach turn taking and friendship skills, such as a Wii, controllers, games, building sets, music, books and/or gift cards to purchase these items would be greatly appreciated.
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Call Tina Owen, 549-6413 Ext. 100.
A single mother with a young child has recently found an apartment after being homeless. She is in need of donations to assist her in furnishing the home with necessities and to obtain a Christmas tree and decorations. Donations may be in the form of gift cards, cash or check that can be mailed to or dropped off at Full Circle Counseling Solutions 1903 S. Russell, Missoula, MT 59801. For questions or additional information, call 529-5592.
A mother and her 14-year-old son have not had permanent housing in more than a year and have been residing in a hotel. The mother is disabled. The boy needs jeans size 36/30, toiletries (deodorant, body wash/spray, shampoo, etc.), any individual gaming or movie viewing system (Nintendo DS, PSP, etc.) If you can help call Tara Turner, Family Resource Specialist, Big Sky High School, 728-2400 Ext. 8051.
A disabled mother of three and survivor of domestic violence seeks help with vehicle repairs on a 1985 Toyota Tercel or donation of reliable vehicle. She has recently been diagnosed with severe health issues, and needs a working, reliable vehicle to make it to her doctor visits and medical treatments. Any and all help is greatly appreciated. Please contact Anne at 880-0542 if you are able to contribute.
A disabled mother of two disabled teen boys is in need of two 225/60R16 tires for the family car. Her boys would appreciate a gift card for Christmas. She has no income and is unable to work. Call Catherine at Western Montana Mental Health Center, 532-9734, if you can help
A disabled woman is in severe need of new eyeglasses and warm clothing. The clothing would need to be sweat pants size 3X and tops size 2-3X. This woman needs an optometrist to donate time and frames to complete her need for the new glasses as she wears a prescription. Contact Trish Kelleher, Adult Case Manager at 543-2202 Ext. 309, if you can help.
J’s Place located at 1811 S. Seventh St. W., LaCasa, 2108 29th St., and Casa Dos, 4060 Lona Court, provide structured living and recovery programs for adults with mental illness. The homes have 26 residents that are in need of Walmart gift cards. If you can donate, please call 543-4055.
A family of five with seasonal layoff and health issues needs help for Christmas. They are requesting Walmart Gift cards and Safeway or Holiday gas cards for getting to and from medical appointments. The 6-year old girl would love to have an Easy Bake Oven and new boots. The 9-year-old boy needs size 12 jeans. And a daughter that loves horses and would like gift cards to buy horse tack at Murdoch’s or Quality Supply. She is allowed to ride a neighbor’s horse. If you can help, call Amy at 258-4136.
A retired, disabled gentleman who does a lot of walking needs a warm pair of winter gloves. If you can assist, please call Cheryl at the Western Montana Mental Health Center, 532-9742.
Established in 1995, Community Bridges is a comprehensive rehabilitation program for adults living with an acquired or traumatic brain injury. Clients at Community Bridges receive specialized therapies that maximize their independence at home and in the community. A dedicated team of professionals work with clients and their loved ones to achieve the highest level of physical, cognitive and emotional functioning possible through comprehensive assessment, treatment, education, and implementation of individualized and compensatory strategies. Services include rehabilitation medicine, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, counseling/social work, neuropsychology and recreation therapy. One client who is currently participating in the day treatment program lives in the Bitterroot Valley and has to borrow a vehicle to commute to Missoula twice a week to attend rehabilitation.
Her 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is in need of coil and timing chain replacement as well as electrical repairs due to mice eating through the wires. This individual sustained a brain injury in 2002 in a motor vehicle accident and her truck sat in a field for five years while she was recovering. She lives alone on a limited income and has been unable to obtain all the necessary parts or an enclosed shop to make the repairs herself.
She does have the coils and shocks but still needs timing chain and gaskets, bushings for coils and bump stops. She could benefit from supplies, donations to purchase parts, or an experienced mechanic willing to volunteer their services.
All donations are tax deductible through the Community Medical Center Foundation. If you can help, please call Liz Stoeckel, MSW at 327-4692.
