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    Family and Current Housing
    The Poole family has a history in Tuscarawas County, where both Albert and Shanie grew up in various trailers and cities. For the past 8 years, they have been living in a trailer in Mineral City. Unfortunately, their current housing situation is far from ideal, with various issues. Their trailer has been plagued with water damage issues. The windows frequently let in water, forcing the family to reseal them. There is water damage in the bedrooms and the kitchen. Water is also leaking under the house, and the floor beneath the toilet is rotting. The absence of skirting around the trailer causes the water lines to freeze in the winter. There are weak spots under the metal roof, which is concerning. Moreover, several electrical outlets in the bedrooms and living room are unusable, indicating electrical issues that need attention. A concerning incident with an intoxicated neighbor driving over the children’s playset has limited their outdoor playtime due to safety concerns. The Poole family is eager to provide a better home for their children, and they have attempted to secure a conventional mortgage but have been denied. They have since joined the Habitat program, actively participating by helping build Habitat homes with other families in the program, working in the Habitat warehouse, and completing homebuyer education classes. Their children have also contributed sweat equity hours by organizing volunteer bags.

    A Bright Future
    Albert is currently employed as a Mixer at Nilodor, while Shanie is a homemaker. The family enjoys outdoor activities like fishing, cookouts, and sitting around a campfire. When asked about their hopes for their new home, Albert and Shanie express their excitement about finally being able to provide their children with the home opportunity they never had. They believe that homeownership will bring happiness and satisfaction, allowing their children to grow and make lasting memories.
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In Support of Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio
As a grassroots Christian housing ministry serving Stark, Carroll, Tuscarawas, Harrison, and Jefferson Counties, Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio is driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live. People partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering, or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. To learn more, visit habitateco.org.