Case #1: This is a 3-year-old with a malignant brain tumor who continues to receive chemotherapy. The pituitary gland has been removed, and she now has adrenal insufficiency. She also has a congenital heart disease that is currently being monitored. She is gastrostomy-tube dependent due to swallowing dysfunction. The mother has lost her job and has some part-time work. The request is for one month’s support for utilities totaling $430.63, including $292.42 for Entergy, $86.77 for CenterPoint Energy, and $51.44 for water.
Total asked: $430.63 APPROVED
Case #2: This is a 1.5-year-old who suffered significant neonatal complications resulting from the mother’s gestational diabetes. He is now severely developmentally delayed, likely has a hearing problem, and is considered at high risk for autism. Both parents, who are non-English speaking, lost their jobs due to Covid. The request is for two months’ rent.
Total asked: $1,100 APPROVED
