Clusterheadaches.com Message Board (http://www.clusterheadaches.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi)
New Message Board Archives >> 2005 General Board Posts >> Another way to help the refugees!
(Message started by: LadyElaine on Sep 3rd, 2005, 7:31am)

Title: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by LadyElaine on Sep 3rd, 2005, 7:31am
We have filled out forms and put our names on list to house refugees of Katrina. I homeschool and a law firm called HSLDA has asked for help in placing others that home school.
The best way to put your name on a list is call your local red cross or your county.
They do ask that you help with getting them to you, a plane ticket bus ticket or pick them up. Right now I think I have a Mom and two children coming. I have to find another full size bed. Anyone got a bed for sale?
Oh and they ask if you can help them find a job.
I can't help but worry about these people. It breaks my heart every time I turn on the TV.

Title: Re: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by Svenn on Sep 3rd, 2005, 10:45am
Hi there Elaine

This only show the rest of us why we LOVE you and what HUGE heart you have my friend


Svenn

Title: Re: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by nani on Sep 3rd, 2005, 11:04am
God bless you, Elaine. You are a wonderful woman.  :)
hugs, nani

Title: Re: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by sassy_lady on Sep 3rd, 2005, 11:16am
I run the furniture closet for my church, I have many beds, & other things for anyone that needs then, send me your address & I will see about bring you a bed & cloths & what ever else you may need!! & that goes for any one else!! (941) 914-0350 call for what ever, we have a clothes closet, & food closet, My sister works at the post office so it will be no problem senting any thing!! please call with sizes & what ever you all need, We are houseing too, apartment will be open on the 13th. but have a spare room until then.
God Bless you all !!
Lots of Love & Prayers Jolene

Title: Re: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by jcmquix on Sep 3rd, 2005, 11:44am

on 09/03/05 at 11:16:57, sassy_lady wrote:
I run the furniture closet for my church, I have many beds, & other things for anyone that needs then, send me your address & I will see about bring you a bed & cloths & what ever else you may need!! & that goes for any one else!! (941) 914-0350 call for what ever, we have a clothes closet, & food closet, My sister works at the post office so it will be no problem senting any thing!! please call with sizes & what ever you all need, We are houseing too, apartment will be open on the 13th. but have a spare room until then.
God Bless you all !!
Lots of Love & Prayers Jolene


We also use an organization called Freecycle.org..

They link you with people in your area if you have something to Give away or if you need something.

http://freecycle.org/

God Bless
Charlie

Title: Re: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by BlueMeanie on Sep 3rd, 2005, 12:51pm
That is such a great thing you're doing Elaine. You sure are a kind/caring person. :)

We've had a guest that was on the streets that we took in 5 months ago. He got a job and was doing pretty good getting his life back to normal. Lately he has been going back to his old self, and unfortunately it is coming to an end. I had to informed him it's time to move on. I guess you can only do so much to help some people.

I just hope it works out for you and everyone involved as it's not going to be easy.

Title: Re: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by LadyElaine on Sep 3rd, 2005, 2:18pm
I haven't done it yet. I signed up to do it. What they do is send you informtion about them and you call them, email them go meet them. Then you decide if you want them living with you. Your able to say what you expect of the people. They have to agree. I expect people to carry their own weight. Keep their rooms clean help out at meal time. I expect them to work. My Husband and Deveny will help them find work. I will help with the children. I also will let them bring their pets.

Title: Re: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by Charlie on Sep 3rd, 2005, 4:23pm
Ain't she sumpin?

http://www.kolobok.wrg.ru/smiles/rpg/queen.gif?SSImageQuality=Full

Charlie

Title: Re: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by rumplestiltskin on Sep 4th, 2005, 2:22am
THAT is just too fine! Changing the world one heart at a time. I admire that so much!

wage peace
den

Title: Re: Another way to help the refugees!
Post by sandie99 on Sep 4th, 2005, 12:15pm
Bless you, Elaine!
What a wonderful thing to do! :)

Sanna :)



Clusterheadaches.com Message Board » Powered by YaBB 1 Gold - SP 1.3.1!
YaBB © 2000-2003. All Rights Reserved.