How can I get 3 little boys signed up for Christmas help? Their dad works but doesn't make enough for any extras and their mom is a stay at home mom. Their ages are 10 months, 2 year old, and a 3 year old autistic boy. Anything would be greatly appreciated.
By Lucinda Sentlinger
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Each child only needs one gift. As far as that goes they are young enough yet that being they don't go to daycare or anything, if certain adults didn't talk about Christmas they wouldn't know about it. It could be just another day.
That being said I know they can get toys at dollar stores, and if the family is that hard up, clothing items might be more practical. You can go to WalMart and get t-shirts for no more than $5.00 each. Also thrift stores have nice used and new items.
Call 211 it is a nationwide helpline number that has ideas of different help organizations. At this time, it might even be too late to apply for Christmas help. Low income families have to start planning ahead. Start their Christmas shopping in January, buy one gift a month and by Christmas time they should have 2-3 gifts for each kid.
Do you have a local Buy and Sell group in your area? If you're not sure, search for it on Facebook.
If you post your problem on one of these community oriented groups, perhaps some parents will be willing to pick up an extra toy or blanket to donate while shopping for their own kids.
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