Case #1: To the family of a 29-month-old boy with hydrocephaly, seizure disorder, and developmental delay. The family travels to the ACH clinic frequently, and they have gotten behind on electricity bills. The request will assist with utility costs.
Total asked: $600 APPROVED
Case #2: To the family of a 6-week-old girl born at 34 weeks gestation with gastroschisis, hydronephrosis, patent ductus arteriosus, and she may have cystic fibrosis. The single mother has not been able to work in the post-partum period, and she has gotten behind on rent. The request is for $850 for two months’ rent at $425 each.
Total asked: $850 APPROVED
Case #3: To the family of a one-month-old born with myelomeningocele and congenital heart disease, including ASD and other lesions. The heart disease will require more surgery. In addition, the mother lost her job due to her severe kidney disease, and she has gotten behind on several expenses. The request is $773.68, including $500 for rent, $147.17 for car note, $71.51 for electricity, and $55 for cell phone.
Total asked: $773.68 APPROVED
Case #4: To the family of a 5-year-old boy with spina bifida, hydrocephaly with shunt, neurogenic bladder, osteoporosis, and obstructive sleep apnea. Both parents lost their jobs due to COVID. The round trip to the hospital for clinic visits is 190 miles, and the request is for assistance with the car note of $1359.44, which covers three months plus late fees.
Total asked: $1,359.44 APPROVED
