Cain Family
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December 2017 Update:
Dear friends,
I’m writing to update you on the Cain family. Last year was a true testament to your kindness. We were overwhelmed with the response from our extended family, friends and many strangers who all pitched in to help a family in need.
For those of you who are new to this communication allow me to catch you up! Kevin Cain was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in 2013 and today his heart is operating at about 33%. Shortly after his diagnosis his wife decided to leave their family and Kevin was faced with being a single dad of three, with severe health issues. This time last year their electricity had been turned off and they were lacking in basic needs. We started spreading word of this family and the donations came rolling in. We were honored to have Kevin and his children join our family for Christmas last year where we presented them with:
Bags and bags of clothes and winter gear for the kids & Kevin.
Pot, pans and dishes
Linens & towels
games/toys
Dozens of gift cards
2 laptops for the kids to do schoolwork & a printer
See attached pictures!
It was an amazing Christmas. Sharing in their joy and gratefulness was an overwhelming experience. Thank you all for your generosity. You truly helped change the direction of their lives last year.
Some good news last year is that Kevin finally got approved to receive his disability benefit through social security. This took 2 years!! (Don’t even get me started on that system!) Bad news is that it is only $850 a month and his rent alone is $800 a month. (His heart condition prevents him from working) Child support from the mother was supposed to begin this year but unfortunately that does not happen. So I am sure you can imagine how every month continues to be a struggle for this family. Our family will continue to help but the need is bigger than us. Next year there is a significant challenge that absolutely has to be overcome and that is the legal issue of child custody that is still pending. Sadly there have been several incidents over the last year that reinforce the dire need for Kevin to have 100% custody of the children.
So we once again reach out to our communities for help. If you were hoping to sponsor a family for Christmas this year, please consider the Cain family. Anything you do is appreciated. Gift cards for groceries, to department stores for clothes, or cash to assist the family with the legal issues ahead. We thank you in advance for your time and are humbled by the help this family has received thus far.
**From December 2016. I have a friend, Kevin, that could really use some help right now. About 1 1/2 years ago he went into the hospital with a blood clot which was threatening his heart. As a result of the testing for the blood clot, they discovered that he had congestive heart failure. Currently, his heart operates at 35% - not good. Kevin has 3 kids and is currently in a battle for sole custody. The mom had decided that doing drugs and having fun is more important than taking care of the kids. As a result of the heart condition, it makes it hard for Kevin to have the energy to care for his kids let alone work. Kevin has been trying to get approved to receive social security to help his family but it has not been approved yet. Day to day living is very tough with his body only functioning at 35%, no income and no support from the mom. When Kevin moved out with the kids he just took their beds, clothes,kitchen, table, couch and tv. They live in a 2 bedroom apartment which the boys have one room and Myla has another. Kevin pulls a mattress out every night to sleep in the living room. It is not the nicest place but at least it is shelter.
Myla is age 11. She is a beautiful young girl who loves to bake and would like to do gymnastics and basketball.
LaMonte is age 9. He is such a loving little boy- the sensitive one. He would love to start playing baseball and football.
Keith is age 8. He is the spunk of the family! He would love to start playing football and basketball.
Because of the low funds, the kids miss out on all the stuff we do everyday like playing sports, being a part of clubs, participating in things that peak their interest, doing anything fun like movies, putt putt golf, etc... In my time with them this weekend, I got to hear stories about the drugs, their mom's lack of interest in their life and well being, their electricity being shut off, not having basic necessities. We took some food for the pantry, took the kids shopping for some clothes and bought them a Christmas tree and decorations. I can't even explain how excited they were to have a Christmas tree. Something that all of us just do every year because we feel obligated, is something that changed their day!
I continued to ask if they needed anything but they just kept saying they were ok. I don't think that was the case but they are trying to be humble with what they have. I told Kevin that this is the time to let go of his pride and let us help. It's not always going to be this hard so just let us help while it is. I am going to try and see what I can do to get him on some state programs to help with costs of living. Kevin just isn't sure how to get what he needs and honestly I think he is overwhelmed with just trying to make things work for the next day and the next day. We are the godparents to these kids and we want nothing more than to seem them succeed just like we want to see our kids succeed. We just had no idea how bad the situation was because Kevin didn't want us to worry or to take care of him (pride). Talking with him this weekend really affirmed to me that he does need our help and that he does appreciate it.
If there is anyone out there that could lend legal expertise for custody and his social security that would be appreciated.
Needless to say, the funds are needed right away. 18 months of trying to get on social security is a long time to wait for a check. I am looking for people to donate money just so he can provide basic care for his family and take some of the stress off his heart. Extra money donated beyond what Kevin would need will go to pay for a lawyer.
Prayer is also a very powerful tool if you could please remember this family and that God's plan will present itself. I believe that part of this plan is already in action as I never anticipated so many people willing to help.
I can't thank you enough for your generosity. Your kindess will make all the difference to this family. Between all of us, we can help them onto the right path! Each and everyone of you are amazing and I appreciate you!
Bree
Dear friends,
I’m writing to update you on the Cain family. Last year was a true testament to your kindness. We were overwhelmed with the response from our extended family, friends and many strangers who all pitched in to help a family in need.
For those of you who are new to this communication allow me to catch you up! Kevin Cain was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in 2013 and today his heart is operating at about 33%. Shortly after his diagnosis his wife decided to leave their family and Kevin was faced with being a single dad of three, with severe health issues. This time last year their electricity had been turned off and they were lacking in basic needs. We started spreading word of this family and the donations came rolling in. We were honored to have Kevin and his children join our family for Christmas last year where we presented them with:
Bags and bags of clothes and winter gear for the kids & Kevin.
Pot, pans and dishes
Linens & towels
games/toys
Dozens of gift cards
2 laptops for the kids to do schoolwork & a printer
See attached pictures!
It was an amazing Christmas. Sharing in their joy and gratefulness was an overwhelming experience. Thank you all for your generosity. You truly helped change the direction of their lives last year.
Some good news last year is that Kevin finally got approved to receive his disability benefit through social security. This took 2 years!! (Don’t even get me started on that system!) Bad news is that it is only $850 a month and his rent alone is $800 a month. (His heart condition prevents him from working) Child support from the mother was supposed to begin this year but unfortunately that does not happen. So I am sure you can imagine how every month continues to be a struggle for this family. Our family will continue to help but the need is bigger than us. Next year there is a significant challenge that absolutely has to be overcome and that is the legal issue of child custody that is still pending. Sadly there have been several incidents over the last year that reinforce the dire need for Kevin to have 100% custody of the children.
So we once again reach out to our communities for help. If you were hoping to sponsor a family for Christmas this year, please consider the Cain family. Anything you do is appreciated. Gift cards for groceries, to department stores for clothes, or cash to assist the family with the legal issues ahead. We thank you in advance for your time and are humbled by the help this family has received thus far.
**From December 2016. I have a friend, Kevin, that could really use some help right now. About 1 1/2 years ago he went into the hospital with a blood clot which was threatening his heart. As a result of the testing for the blood clot, they discovered that he had congestive heart failure. Currently, his heart operates at 35% - not good. Kevin has 3 kids and is currently in a battle for sole custody. The mom had decided that doing drugs and having fun is more important than taking care of the kids. As a result of the heart condition, it makes it hard for Kevin to have the energy to care for his kids let alone work. Kevin has been trying to get approved to receive social security to help his family but it has not been approved yet. Day to day living is very tough with his body only functioning at 35%, no income and no support from the mom. When Kevin moved out with the kids he just took their beds, clothes,kitchen, table, couch and tv. They live in a 2 bedroom apartment which the boys have one room and Myla has another. Kevin pulls a mattress out every night to sleep in the living room. It is not the nicest place but at least it is shelter.
Myla is age 11. She is a beautiful young girl who loves to bake and would like to do gymnastics and basketball.
LaMonte is age 9. He is such a loving little boy- the sensitive one. He would love to start playing baseball and football.
Keith is age 8. He is the spunk of the family! He would love to start playing football and basketball.
Because of the low funds, the kids miss out on all the stuff we do everyday like playing sports, being a part of clubs, participating in things that peak their interest, doing anything fun like movies, putt putt golf, etc... In my time with them this weekend, I got to hear stories about the drugs, their mom's lack of interest in their life and well being, their electricity being shut off, not having basic necessities. We took some food for the pantry, took the kids shopping for some clothes and bought them a Christmas tree and decorations. I can't even explain how excited they were to have a Christmas tree. Something that all of us just do every year because we feel obligated, is something that changed their day!
I continued to ask if they needed anything but they just kept saying they were ok. I don't think that was the case but they are trying to be humble with what they have. I told Kevin that this is the time to let go of his pride and let us help. It's not always going to be this hard so just let us help while it is. I am going to try and see what I can do to get him on some state programs to help with costs of living. Kevin just isn't sure how to get what he needs and honestly I think he is overwhelmed with just trying to make things work for the next day and the next day. We are the godparents to these kids and we want nothing more than to seem them succeed just like we want to see our kids succeed. We just had no idea how bad the situation was because Kevin didn't want us to worry or to take care of him (pride). Talking with him this weekend really affirmed to me that he does need our help and that he does appreciate it.
If there is anyone out there that could lend legal expertise for custody and his social security that would be appreciated.
Needless to say, the funds are needed right away. 18 months of trying to get on social security is a long time to wait for a check. I am looking for people to donate money just so he can provide basic care for his family and take some of the stress off his heart. Extra money donated beyond what Kevin would need will go to pay for a lawyer.
Prayer is also a very powerful tool if you could please remember this family and that God's plan will present itself. I believe that part of this plan is already in action as I never anticipated so many people willing to help.
I can't thank you enough for your generosity. Your kindess will make all the difference to this family. Between all of us, we can help them onto the right path! Each and everyone of you are amazing and I appreciate you!
Bree
Organizer
Bree Kimbrough
Organizer
Federal Heights, CO
