I know it is late in the year but my husband and I just had to put our ten year old rottweiller to sleep after two days in the hospital. We spent pretty much all we had save up plus some. I know that sounds horrible but I am being honest at least. We love that dog and so did my 7 year old boy and we tried everything we could to save her. Now I am facing having almost nothing for the holidays.
PLEASE- no rude remarks- it is difficult enough to ask for this type of help. I just don't know much about this type of help and I have never had to ask for it and wished that I didn't have to ask for help
now. But more than anything in this world - I want for my son to have a decent Christmas. He deserves it!
Thanks for your help and Merry Christmas!
2006-12-15 00:59:28 · 7 answers · asked by Ohwhyme? 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I feel your pain & so sorry for your loss. I would call local welfare dshs, dept.right away. ask about this and (sponsorship). They used to have this program & still do I believe & or give you a number to call. where families sponsor a family, They will come to you & drop off nice presents before x-mas will ask how old & gender of family (too buy gfts accordliy & usually a gift certificate at a grocery store too. My friend of 6 kids did it every year, & had to do it myself once. I had a very nice x-mas that year when I thougt it would not be very cheery that year & it makes the family who likes to give, very happy too.
2006-12-15 01:15:12 · answer #1 · answered by nancytg6 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local church......or the Salvation Army. Find a Catholic Charities office.....look in the phone book....Explain your situation and I bet there are wonderful people that would take care of your sons Christmas.....
I am sorry for the loss of your dog......I have two and would be quite upset if something happened to either of them....
hope Ur holiday is a good one....and remember...it might not be too early to teach your son that there is a "real" reason for the season...it's not all about gifts.....
You would be surprised that a few small things and he'd be happier than ever....It's us as parents that want to provide all those presents....hey who does not want to give their lil ones presents....I"ve been without at christmas time and we just had to make due...
be well.....and remember....the reason for the season......
The birth of Christ....
2006-12-15 09:06:10 · answer #2 · answered by Babsygirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to go to Toy's for Tot's, Church's, Charities, Salvation Army and the Welfare office in your area. You can also place an add on www.craigslist.org to see if you can find a family that is willing to adopt you for Christmas in your area.. I am very sorry about your dog and hope times get easier for your family and you. Merry Christmas to you all.
2006-12-15 09:04:13 · answer #3 · answered by Issym 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the Salvation Army, Homeward Bound (a group sponsored by United Way), try your local Department of Economic Security office, a WIC office, or a local Church. I have received help from these groups at different times in my life.
2006-12-15 09:06:02 · answer #4 · answered by Austins Mom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with local churchs. This Sunday we are taking wrapped gifts for families in your shoes, it's kind of first come first served. I know what you are going through, our pets are part of our family and it hurts when we lose them. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
2006-12-15 09:05:11 · answer #5 · answered by kitkat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call toys for tots and if you attend a church that might be willing to sponsor your child also ask the school my kids school takes 12 kids and buys all their gifts and clothes i hope this helps i will be praying for ya
2006-12-15 09:04:49 · answer #6 · answered by atbkkj 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to social servies, your local eagels club, jaycees, Lions, any club that helps people.
Your local YMCA should help, or social services would more than likely help. CHURCHES!!! go see them.
2006-12-15 09:05:36 · answer #7 · answered by peggin_beast 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋