Posts Tagged ‘Seniors’
The Bowers: A Front Porch Makeover
The Bowers were incredibly warm and welcoming to every volunteer who walked through their door, often preparing breakfast or lunch for the teams. Their front porch, however, told a different…
Read MoreHonor Older Adults All Year Long — Join the Carpenters Club
This May, Take Action for Older Americans We’re in the middle of Older Americans Month — a time to recognizeand honor the vital contributions of older adults to our families, communities,and country.…
Read MoreGlenda’s Story: Finding Comfort at Home Again
A Home Filled with Memories Glenda has called her mother’s house home for over five years. An only child, she retired early to care for her aging mother full-time. The…
Read MoreRebecca’s Journey: A Story of Gratitude and Transformation
Rebecca has lived in her home for 21 years, but owning a house was something she never thought would be possible. Before moving in, she lived in a rental house…
Read MoreWill Your Leaky Roof Make Your Home Cold This Winter?
Winter is coming, and with it, the cold temperatures that make us all crave a warm and cozy home. But did you know that a leaky roof could be the…
Read MoreVeteran Home Repair is given a boost by a grant from the Home Depot Foundation
We opened the New Year with good news for U.S. veterans in DeKalb County. The Home Depot Foundation approved a grant in the amount of $100,000 for our Veteran Home…
Read MoreRetirement, a safe home, and time to make a difference
It is inspiring to see a senior home repair project be a group event. Impressive things can happen when people and organizations come together. This happened for a deserving retiree…
Read MoreWe salute older Americans during Older Americans Month & throughout the year
May is Older Americans Month. It is a time to recognize the contributions of older adults across the nation. Here at Habitat for Humanity – DeKalb, the average age of…
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