| HGTV and Rebuilding Together hope to repair ten homes of low-income elderly citizens living on S Street SE. One of those ten homes is that of Howard and Mary Brown. The Browns are in their seventies, have been married for 50 wonderful years, and have lived in their home for 40. Unfortunately, Mr. Brown was just diagnosed with lung cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy. He also suffers from severe arthritis, making handrails and first-floor home upgrades, including a bathroom, critical. After paying their monthly mortgage, the Browns live on less than $14,000 per year, leaving no additional money for much-needed home repairs.
Similarly, Trudy Broome, the Brown’s neighbor, suffers from asthma, arthritis, diabetes and hypertension in addition to a number of other ailments. She lives on Social Security disability checks and relies on the food bank for food. She has lived at her home for 11 years and until her disabilities forced her to stop working, she had great pride in maintaining her home. Now her walls are on the verge of collapsing if she doesn't get help soon.
These are only two of the 10 families in need. HGTV and its partners are aiming to provide those who have built this community the opportunity to live in a comfortable, safe place in the neighborhood they call home. |
