"Frankie" recently had a bad fall that resulted in him losing vision in both eyes. He was in the hospital for over two months, but is now home and adjusting to life without sight. He is struggling with the lack of independence and finds it difficult to rely on others to guide him. His wife's...
"Isaiah" and his fiance "Jaycie" are a young couple that just moved to the Cedar Valley from out of state. They had difficult pasts and wanted a fresh start in a new community where they could keep a distance from some unhealthy relationships. They had been job searching in their hometown, and...
"Mona" reached out to Love INC this month for help with household essentials, especially toilet paper and disinfectant supplies. She was working as a waitress, but has been without her job for weeks due to COVID-19. Additionally, her four kids are home all day because they aren't able to go to...
"Craig" has been in a wheelchair since he was involved in a car accident 25 years ago and has severe medical issues. He lives independently, but is unable to leave his home without help from others. Craig contacted our Clearinghouse seeking help with some food and essential household items. One...
"Paula" is a middle-aged woman who has never lived on her own, but because of Love INC's ministry and the work of other community agencies she's gaining her own independence for the first time. After being raised in an abusive home and abandoned by her parents, Paula found herself being raised...
Love INC recently set up a baby essentials appointment to help a young mother, "Peggy". Peggy survived domestic violence in a different state and was now starting her life over in Iowa. She was frightened about raising her child on her own and unsure how she would afford the cost of...
A senior woman,"Clara", contacted our Clearinghouse when she decided to make some difficult decisions and big changes in her life. After realizing her family was taking advantage of her giving spirit for many years, Clara made the difficult choice to move to a new home. She loved her home and...
One of the families registered for the Christmas Store this year was a couple, "Patrick and Kristy" with five children. They were so grateful to be able to shop at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, where they enjoyed a hot soup dinner and purchased toys for their children. As we chatted with the...
“Alyssa” recently fled her home state because of a domestic violence situation. Upon coming to the Cedar Valley, she lived in a shelter to keep her and her young daughter safe. After staying at the local shelter, she moved into a new apartment and was excited to start her...
A family recently immigrated to the Cedar Valley from the Congo. They established employment and are beginning to put the pieces together to set up their household successfully here in Iowa. They quickly found a church family and an advocate to contact Love INC on their behalf. We were happy to...