CareForward

CareForward CareForward is dedicated to enhancing the caregiving experience by ensuring caregivers have access to comprehensive support and resources.

An family in our community was facing winter without electricity or running water. Long days in the cold and dark made i...
01/30/2026

An family in our community was facing winter without electricity or running water. Long days in the cold and dark made it difficult to stay warm, prepare meals, access clean water, and care for her pets. All local options had been exhausted, and the risk of crisis was growing ahead of the winter storm.

Through the generosity of our community, items were delivered that brought light, warmth, food, water, hygiene supplies, and pet care when it mattered most. These simple, practical items provided more than supplies - they brought comfort, dignity, and peace of mind during a difficult time.

This is what community looks like: showing up when it matters.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible. đź’™

01/26/2026

This is us every time someone signs up to volunteer to support their local community. ✨

Every new signup means more help, more hope, and more neighbors being met where they are. Thank you for stepping up and showing what community looks like in action.

Join the movement: www.careforward.io/volunteer

There’s more than one way to make a difference with CareForward—and every role matters.Partner Organizations can support...
01/21/2026

There’s more than one way to make a difference with CareForward—and every role matters.

Partner Organizations can support neighbors in need by sharing requests, engaging employees, offering discounts, or donating items and services. Businesses, faith communities, nonprofits, healthcare providers, schools, and civic groups all play a vital role in strengthening the safety net.

Individual Volunteers can jump in as their time and talents allow—whether that’s delivering donated items, helping with small tasks, offering transportation, or lending a hand when it’s needed most. No long-term commitment, just meaningful impact.

However you choose to get involved, you’re helping your community show up.

Sign up today and be part of the solution: www.CareForward.io

Community isn’t built by watching from the sidelines—it’s built when people show up for one another.Every day, neighbors...
01/16/2026

Community isn’t built by watching from the sidelines—it’s built when people show up for one another.

Every day, neighbors across our region need a helping hand, a listening ear, or a small act of kindness that makes a big difference. CareForward exists to make it easier to step in, connect, and take action when it matters most.

If you’ve ever wondered how you can make an impact right where you live, this is your invitation to show up -> www.careforward.io

We’re incredibly grateful to Ebenezer Lutheran Church for partnering with CareForward and providing space where we can s...
01/15/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to Ebenezer Lutheran Church for partnering with CareForward and providing space where we can store gently used household goods, wheelchairs, medical supplies, and other donated items.

This partnership helps us respond more quickly and effectively to requests from neighbors in need—turning generosity into real, practical support. Thank you for being part of a community that shows up and makes a difference.

Piedmont Community Services is working with an older woman in our community who is currently living without electricity ...
01/15/2026

Piedmont Community Services is working with an older woman in our community who is currently living without electricity or running water in her home. As winter continues, this has made everyday life extremely difficult. She is spending much of her time in the dark, struggling to stay warm, and unable to prepare warm meals or access clean water.

Living this way day after day takes a heavy toll. Sitting in the cold, eating cold food, and trying to get through long evenings without light makes it hard to stay positive or hopeful. The ongoing stress of this situation is beginning to weigh heavily on her, impacting her current health condition and increasing the risk that she may need emergency care if things continue without relief.

All available local assistance has been exhausted. A borrowed generator and limited fuel provided one night of light and warmth, but that relief was temporary. She also has pets she cares for and does not have another option for their care if her situation worsens or if she needs to leave her home for emergency services. Helping her stay safe and supported at home is important for her well-being and for preventing further crisis.

We are asking for help with a Power Pack: a collection of simple, practical items that can bring light, warmth and peace of mind during this difficult time. Any help with one or more of these items would make a real difference. Your kindness and generosity can provide comfort, dignity, and hope to a neighbor who truly needs it.

Power Pack Requested Items:

Lighting
Battery-powered lantern and batteries

Flashlight and batteries

Food Prep and Supplies

Small portable cooktop

Single-use propane canisters

Manual can opener

Disposable plates

Disposable cups

Disposable utensils

Nonperishable food items (i.e., bread, ham spread, tuna packets, chips, applesauce, etc.)

Warmth
Kerosene

Sleeping bag (queen size preferred)

Blanket

Warm socks (size medium)

Knit hat

Gloves (size medium)

Scarf

Water
Bottled water

Hygiene
Hand Sanitizer

Body cleansing wipes

Pet Supplies
Cat Food
Dog Food

CareForward is continuing to grow across Southwest Virginia—and we’re just getting started.Thanks to strong community pa...
01/13/2026

CareForward is continuing to grow across Southwest Virginia—and we’re just getting started.

Thanks to strong community partnerships and local collaboration, our footprint is expanding to connect more neighbors with timely support, volunteers, and resources. Every new locality represents more people served, more needs met, and stronger communities working together.

We’re grateful for our partners and excited about what’s ahead as CareForward continues to grow across Virginia and the United States!

Volunteering isn’t just good for your community—it’s good for you, too.From building new skills to finding a deeper sens...
01/08/2026

Volunteering isn’t just good for your community—it’s good for you, too.

From building new skills to finding a deeper sense of purpose, giving back creates benefits that reach far beyond the moment. CareForward connects volunteers with meaningful opportunities right where they live, making it easy to make an impact while growing personally and professionally.

Find your purpose. Build your skills. Strengthen your community.
Get started at CareForward.io.

A good reminder as we start the week.“When we show up for others, we build stronger communities—and often find our own j...
01/05/2026

A good reminder as we start the week.

“When we show up for others, we build stronger communities—and often find our own joy along the way.”

At CareForward, we see this truth play out every day through neighbors helping neighbors. However you’re able, your time, talent, or support can make a real difference.

Happy New Year from CareForward!As we welcome 2026, we’re filled with gratitude for every volunteer, partner organizatio...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year from CareForward!

As we welcome 2026, we’re filled with gratitude for every volunteer, partner organization, and community member who helped make this past year meaningful.

Because of you, neighbors received support when they needed it most — and countless small acts of kindness added up to real change.

Here’s to another year of showing up, lifting others, and building stronger, more connected communities together.

Wishing you joy, health, and hope in the year ahead!

A simple appliance can make a life-changing difference.Thanks to incredible community collaboration, a gently used stove...
12/24/2025

A simple appliance can make a life-changing difference.

Thanks to incredible community collaboration, a gently used stove was donated by a CareForward volunteer in Franklin County and then delivered and installed by members of Rocky Mount United Method Church. Care in action for a local resident who had been struggling to safely prepare meals at home. With her previous stove no longer functional, cooking had become difficult and unsafe - putting both her independence and well-being at risk, especially during the holiday season.

Because neighbors showed up with generosity, time, and care, she can once again cook meals safely in her own home and maintain the independence that matters so much. This is exactly what CareForward is about: connecting real needs with people willing to help in practical, meaningful ways.

We’re deeply grateful to everyone who stepped in to make this happen. This is community at its best.

Happy Holidays from CareForward!As we wrap up another year of connection, compassion, and community impact, we want to e...
12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from CareForward!

As we wrap up another year of connection, compassion, and community impact, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported CareForward. Whether you volunteered, partnered with us, or helped spread the word, you’ve made a real difference in the lives of neighbors across our regions.

Wishing you joy, warmth, and meaningful moments this holiday season.

Here’s to continuing the work of caring for one another in the new year!

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Roanoke, VA
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