PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The Providence Police Department stepped in to help a family that was living in an apartment without any furniture.
Brandilee Cardente is a single mom who lost both her parents in 2022, leaving her overwhelmed and missing her support system.
Officer Jose Deschamps works closely with the nonprofit, Children’s Friend , and heard through the organization that Cardente and her son had no furniture in their home.
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Deschamps jumped into action, working with other members of Providence police to collect things like beds, dressers and rugs to furnish Cardente’s apartment.
“They gave me a lot more than they told me they were gonna give me. I needed a lot more, but I didn’t want to be greedy,” Cardente said. “Shoutout to the Providence Police Department because they really come through when you need it.”
With the holidays right around the corner, Deschamps said he’s grateful the department was able to help someone in need.