Aging in place with peace of mind
“Taking a shower and having proper handrails in the tub. The handrail in the hallway for helping us steady ourselves,” Bryant says. “They’re little things, but they’re game-changers when you get older.”
“Taking a shower and having proper handrails in the tub. The handrail in the hallway for helping us steady ourselves,” Bryant says. “They’re little things, but they’re game-changers when you get older.”
Simpson Strong-Tie today announced it is going into its 14th year of partnership with Habitat for Humanity International. The Simpson Strong-Tie contribution allows Habitat to take preventive measures, building homes that are stronger and better able to withstand severe weather threats and natural disasters.
“No matter where my kids go, when we talk about home, everybody’s heart is here,” says Peggy, a disabled U.S. Air Force veteran who was able to repair her family home with the support of Habitat and The Home Depot Foundation.
The book, published today by St. Martin’s Essentials, is inspired by stories Reckford has seen and heard in his 14 years leading the world’s leading housing nonprofit.
This year, State Farm is increasing its contributions to $2.6 million to support Habitat and its affiliate network in engaging with and mobilizing youth as well as creating resilient-focused housing solutions in communities across the U.S.
Ryan helped his family build their own Habitat home. Now, as an AmeriCorps member, he’s helping others realize their dream of homeownership.