Miracle Foundation India is dedicated to preventing the separation of children from their families by addressing the root causes that often push them into institutional care. Sometimes, the issue can be as simple as not having a secure home or access to essential resources.

For Rita, a single mother from Khandwa district, Madhya Pradesh, this was her reality. Living in a fragile, makeshift shelter that offered little protection, she struggled to provide her two sons the security they deserved. Her earnings as a construction worker barely covered daily needs, and harsh weather conditions often forced them to seek temporary refuge elsewhere. These circumstances brought her to the brink of separation from her children, compelling her to consider sending them to care institutions for their safety.

Recognizing Rita’s urgent need for a safe home, our team, taking a family-focused approach, provided her some financial support. Combined with her savings and community contributions, this helped construct a concrete house, ensuring her family’s safety and stability. Besides, personalized counseling sessions were facilitated that helped address her concerns and rebuilt her confidence in her parenting abilities. Complementing this emotional support, she participated in financial literacy sessions provided by the Care Collective team, which eventually empowered her with the knowledge and skills required to manage resources efficiently.

This transformation was not just about building a house; it was about laying the groundwork for long-term family strengthening. Regular follow-up visits were conducted to monitor her progress, address emerging needs and provide personalized assistance in obtaining essential documentation that was previously unavailable. These visits ensured her successful linkages to vital government programs, including the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana for healthcare and the Public Distribution System for food security.

Rita is now being guided towards enrollment in a Self-Help Group that prepares mid-day meals for schools, thereby ensuring a steady and reliable income source for her. These initiatives aim to promote her financial independence and stability, creating a secure environment for her children. Meanwhile, her older son has begun helping the family by taking up small earning opportunities in the village while the younger son is studying in Class X.

Now isn’t this a powerful reminder showing how timely support can help children stay with their families and thrive in a loving environment!