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eet the Solomon Family
FAMILY AND CURRENT HOUSING
Sierra was raised in the Canton area and has lived primarily in rental homes. Her current rental is too small for the family. While the landlord added a bedroom in the attic, there are still soft spots in the flooring that make her nervous for her two sons who share the space. The home also has issues with keeping water and cold air out — there's no weather stripping around the doors, so Sierra uses towels to block the drafts. The glass block window in the bathroom leaks, there are electrical issues with the breakers and loose plugs, and there are signs of mold throughout the home.
As she raises her family, Sierra has worked hard to provide stable housing for herself and her children, and her progress over the year reflects that dedication. She first lived in public housing, and when she wanted something more for her family but couldn't yet afford market-rate rent, she moved to a Section 8 home through the Housing Choice Voucher Program, a federal initiative that helps low-income families secure affordable rental housing in the private market.
While Sierra is grateful for how far she has come, homeownership has always been her ultimate goal, a place her family can call their own and live comfortably and affordably. She first applied to the Habitat program several years ago but was denied due to being under income. When she reapplied last year, she had increased her income by continuing her education and becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
eet the Solomon FamilyFAMILY AND CURRENT HOUSING
Sierra was raised in the Canton area and has lived primarily in rental homes. Her current rental is too small for the family. While the landlord added a bedroom in the attic, there are still soft spots in the flooring that make her nervous for her two sons who share the space. The home also has issues with keeping water and cold air out — there's no weather stripping around the doors, so Sierra uses towels to block the drafts. The glass block window in the bathroom leaks, there are electrical issues with the breakers and loose plugs, and there are signs of mold throughout the home.
As she raises her family, Sierra has worked hard to provide stable housing for herself and her children, and her progress over the year reflects that dedication. She first lived in public housing, and when she wanted something more for her family but couldn't yet afford market-rate rent, she moved to a Section 8 home through the Housing Choice Voucher Program, a federal initiative that helps low-income families secure affordable rental housing in the private market.
While Sierra is grateful for how far she has come, homeownership has always been her ultimate goal, a place her family can call their own and live comfortably and affordably. She first applied to the Habitat program several years ago but was denied due to being under income. When she reapplied last year, she had increased her income by continuing her education and becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Since joining the Habitat program, Sierra has shown great dedication, working her sweat equity hours and finishing homebuyer education classes that equipped her with skills in budgeting, financial planning, and home maintenance.
A BRIGHT FUTURE
Sierra currently works at Danbury Senior Living, where she has served as a Licensed Practical Nurse for over three years. She and her children love spending time together. Her oldest son, SeiJearr, is shy and very kind; he enjoys music and learning about history. Her daughter, Seraiha, is outgoing and creative, with interests in cosmetology, cookie, and arts and crafts. The youngest, Saviare, is energetic, competitive, and loved soccer and wrestling.
Sierra looks forward to a home filled with comfort, peace, and joy. Beyond that, she's excited to build generational wealth and invest in her family's future through homeownership. She finds comfort in knowing that her hard-earned money will now go to stabilizing her family financially. Sierra and her children eagerly await the new blessings that their Habitat home will bring.
A BRIGHT FUTURE
Sierra currently works at Danbury Senior Living, where she has served as a Licensed Practical Nurse for over three years. She and her children love spending time together. Her oldest son, SeiJearr, is shy and very kind; he enjoys music and learning about history. Her daughter, Seraiha, is outgoing and creative, with interests in cosmetology, cookie, and arts and crafts. The youngest, Saviare, is energetic, competitive, and loved soccer and wrestling.
Sierra looks forward to a home filled with comfort, peace, and joy. Beyond that, she's excited to build generational wealth and invest in her family's future through homeownership. She finds comfort in knowing that her hard-earned money will now go to stabilizing her family financially. Sierra and her children eagerly await the new blessings that their Habitat home will bring.
Location / Venue
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- Address:
- 2337 Avalon Avenue Northeast
- Canton, OH 44705
- USA
- Time:
- May 21, 2026 8:15am - 12:00pm ET
In Support of Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio
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 purchase the homes with an affordable zero interest 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 Through shelter, Habitat empowers. To learn more, visit habitateco.org.