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2/16/2016

Health threats can begin where you should be safest: the home

Home should be where you feel safe, but sometimes, it's the house itself that is dangerous. However, while environmental health hazards can be found at home, Kansas City and its partners are proving that cultures of health can be created anywhere.

2/15/2016

Young homeowner achieves goals with a little LIFT

Nancy Gaucin is only 25 but she's a homeowner thanks to a little guidance and support from NeighborWorks member HomeStart and the Wells Fargo LIFT program.

2/11/2016

Residents come together in garden party

Wyoming Housing Network partnered with other Casper agencies and community members to host an “End of the Season Garden Party” at Juniper Ridge.

2/10/2016

Youth build skills while providing affordable homes

In May of 1997, NeighborWorks Great Falls approached local school district officials with an idea for a construction skills training opportunity for high schools students. Fast forward to 2016 -- NeighborWorks and the high school students have completed three dozen houses.

2/9/2016

New Americans achieve homeownership

Elizabeth Ramirez-Valadez’s story, like many, underscores the need for education and assistance in buying a home.

2/8/2016

Making home accessible to all

NeighborWorks member Thistle Communities began in 1989 out of the need to create housing for disabled individuals in the Boulder, CO, community. The organization’s first property, Sage Court, has 19 homes and served 24 people.

2/8/2016

Affordable wellness and housing soon within reach of Ohio seniors

Older adults in Ohio and elsewhere are struggling to find affordable housing and address their health needs. NeighborWorks member Neighborhood Development Services is tackling this challenge with Wellness Village.

2/5/2016

Teen volunteers learn independence and leadership

NeighborWorks member CommonBond Communities believes engagement and independent problem-solving are critical elements of helping young people develop into leaders serving their communities.

2/4/2016

Youth-led volunteer group in Des Moines teaches lifelong lessons

East High Cares is a program led by Community Housing Initiatives in Iowa's largest high school, engaging students to become more involved with volunteerism and service.

2/4/2016

Empowered seniors stay young and engaged

NeighborWorks America is well known for its training for professionals, but training residents at the local level is equally important. At NeighborWorks member Chinatown Community Development Corp., a foundational principal is to develop the leadership potential of the community it serves.

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