Habitat for Humanity South Hampton Roads (Norfolk, VA): Changing lives through the ReStore
There was time to read through several homeowner stories as I waited for the volunteer shift to start at the Habitat for Humanity South Hampton Roads ReStore (HFH-SH) in Norfolk, VA.
I learned of single moms working multiple jobs to make enough to put food on the table and care for their children.
I read a story of a family forced out of their apartment by rent increases. Another family struggled to move to a safe neighborhood to get away from gun violence and drug gangs. One family, unable to secure affordable financing, was forced to live with relatives in crowded conditions. Read more