This is my dear friends home. I am so deeply saddened and horrified to see this home I know so well, in this picture and video. These are some of the most caring generous people I have ever met. They have fostered many many children since the late 80's, taking them in and loving them as there own. This will be an extremely hard time for these wonderful people, that I, and so many love very dearly. Although feeling quite blessed everyone made it out ok!! Please keep them in your prayers!

Lets all come together for this family as a community...can the neighbors living there please post and let us know how we can all help

I didn't know the family but live around the corner. I would love to help if someone would let me know how.

The Fire Chaplain is our church's associate pastor and he, as well as two neighbors that pastor another church, were all on scene with the family last night. It's still too soon to know what to do. We live next door.

I am a long time family friend and right now what they really need is financial assistance. They are not yet allowed into the home and have nothing but the clothes on their backs. They need clothes, coats and food. Donating a visa gift card or any type of gift card, Safeway etc. would be the most helpful for them as they get things figured out with the insurance company. If you would like to help you can contact me for more information on how to reach them. I am also happy to accept donations and get them to the family at the hotel they are staying in. I am providing only an email here to avoid spam and fraud calls. my email is mrzeke68@gmail.com. If you email me, I will provide my telephone or whatever you need.
Please keep the family in your prayers and thanks to all the neighors who helped them last night! They are truly grateful! M. C.

Do they have somewhere to go for Thanksgiving dinner?

Thanks, Dale. They have been put up at an extended-stay hotel and a family brought them a Thanksgiving meal from Wegman's. We are going to be setting up a bank fund, hopefully tomorrow, and will share as information is available.

Ok - thank you! I will keep a watch on the posts here for information.

It breaks my heart to know this has happened to such a kind and loving family. Today our family is extremely thankful they are all safe and together.

Neighbors have started collecting clothing and gift cards and are setting up a bank fund tomorrow. Details will be posted here when available.

What sizes of clothing do you need? I am a close friend of their neighbors, the Bowdens.

Darci, you can reach us at helpmanetroad@gmail.com and I will share info. Thanks so much.

I saw the family today and they are smiling and trying to move forward. They are not the type to make requests but truly need help. They escaped the fire with only the clothes on their backs. Please consider donating a gift card to Safeway, Giant, Walmart or Khols. They are frugal people only looking to eat and replace necessary items. Mike, the husband and their adult son can wear medium shirts. This is just the beginning for them, they will most likely be out of their home for a year.
You can leave donations with Kathy who lives behind them. She can be reached at helpmanetroad@gmail.com
They are truly thankful for their neighbors and friends who have helped. Thanks to all.

For now, please do not bring clothing and such until exchanging emails with me as Maryann notes above. We have a very generous neighborhood so we don't want to be overwhelmed. A bank account to handle monetary donations has been set up at Burke & Herbert Bank, 9516 Old Keene Mill Rd., Burke, VA 22015. You can make a notation of "helpmanetroad@gmail.com" or speak with Nancy Hong, the branch manager.

I want to thank everyone, particularly our friends and neighbors, who have reached out to us during this difficult time. Everyone has been wonderful. We are in a hotel in the fairfax area but will be moving to a longer term housing in the next week or two. Insurance estimates 9-12 mos before we return home. Thank you also to all who have donated clothing, gift cards and more. We are eternally greatful. If there are others who may want to contribute, please go to helpmanetroad@gmail.com.

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