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Building strength, stability, & self-reliance through shelter. HabitatCSC.org
THE HABITAT
TIMES
Homeowner Newsletter
WINTER 2019
Homeowner Spotlight: Andra
Andra has two sons, now ages 46 and 30 years old. Before her family
partnered with Habitat for Humanity in 1993, she and her young boys
were staying in a room together in her mother’s house. Andra was a pillar
for her mother when her father passed away, but to her mother’s mixed
emotions, she wanted to pursue a home of she and her sons’ own. She
remembers vividly the day she closed on the house and moved in. Her
son Michael, then nine years old, ran around, playing in his new yard. They
had a band, food, and a festive celebration on that special day.
Raising her boys as a single mother, Andra always put her
children first. Though she talks with pure joy, their journey has
not been without large challenges. Soon after they moved into
their new home, Andra developed health issues and, no longer
was able to work. Andra emphasized how hard it was to pay her
bills and mortgage on such a tight income. However, through
hard work and dedication, she was able to reach the finish line
OTHER STORIES INSIDE and in 2017 she paid off her mortgage.
THIS ISSUE:
A few years ago, when Andra’s health took another difficult
decline, the doctors told her son to make her final arrangements
for her. From there, she perked up, proved them wrong, and
Homeowner Highlight........1 came back home with spunk, wit, and appreciation for her life.
News & Events...................2
Her son, Darius, goes to Helping Hands during the day. He has
Home Repair Highlights............3
autism and is under the care of Andra. His artwork is collected
Restore..............................4 and saved, a special highlight of their home. Her son, Michael,
was an honor roll student and wrestling state champion in high
school. He graduated from the University of South Carolina as
an art major, and is currently working as a physical trainer at a
gym in Columbia. She is so proud of them both. They are a close
family, each looking out for one another.
Andra’s dreams for her boys are for them to be happy, healthy,
and together; also, for them to recognize these things with
gratitude. Having a Habitat home has opened doors for their
family and provided security they may not otherwise have had.
AUGUST 22, 2019
NEWS & EVENTS
2020 Homeowner Application
Meetings
January 7th, 2020 | 6:30 PM
5440 Augusta Rd, Lexington 29072
January 8th, 2020 | 6:30 PM
5306 N Main St, Columbia 29203
January 9th, 2020 | 12:15 PM
1301 Richland St, Columbia
January 9th, 2020 | 12:15 PM
3050 Leaphart Rd, West Columbia
This year we will also have an online meeting
option. You will be able to view the
presentation during the open period
(January 7th, 2020-January 29th, 2020),
complete a quiz demonstrating you watched
the presentation, an application will be
emailed to you within the next day or two.
Visit: https://HabitatCSC.org/homeowner-
program during the open period.
IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND A MEETING YOU
WILL NOT BE ABLE TO APPLY AND WILL
NEED TO WAIT UNTIL 2021 CYCLE.
It's Tax Time!
Filing your taxes is just around the corner! If you are a
Midlands resident with a household income below
$66,000 you may qualify for the Earned Income Tax
Credit, which might even mean a BIGGER TAX REFUND!
Are you paying to have your taxes filed? Don't!
Get tips for filing for free at MyFreeTaxes.com.
Putting God’s love into action, Central SC
Habitat for Humanity brings people together to
build homes, community, and hope.
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AUGUST 22, 2019 HOME REPAIR HIGHLIGHTS
Winterize your home!
Save money and remain cozy throughout
winter by acting now before the cold arrives!
Clean furnace or replace furnace filter Run fans in reverse
Dirty filters restrict airflow and Many ceiling units come with a handy
increase energy demand switch that reverses the direction of
the blades. Switching to clockwise
makes it warmer and cuts your
Turn down your water heater heating costs as much as 10%
While many conventional water heaters are set
to 140 degrees F by installers, lowering the Drafts
temp to 120 degrees F (or lower) would reduce Drafts can waste 5-30% of your energy
your water and heating costs by 6 to 10% use. Use a draft snake, which you can
easily make yourself with a rolled bath
Close & lock windows towel under a drafty door, or you can
Close vents to crawl spaces use any scraps of fabric and fill with
sand for heft
Friendly Reminders
Pets:
-If you leave your dog in the yard while you are not
home make sure your dog has each essential:
shelter (from either hot OR cold OR rain, etc) and water
(in a container that cannot be knocked over).
-When walking your dog be sure to leash it.
Winter Issues:
-With the upcoming winter months don't forget to continue
to manage household garbage, recyclables, yard waste, bulk
items, and where to take certain items for disposal or recycling.
Parking:
-No part of your vehicle may be parked in a Tree Zone.
-You must clear a driveway by 5 feet on either side of the driveway.
-No part of your vehicle may be parked on a sidewalk.
-You must clear a fire hydrant by 15 feet on either side of the fire hydrant.
[3]AUGUST 22, 2019
HabitatCSC.org
Columbia, SC 29201
209 S. Sumter Street
PERMIT #45
COLUMBIA,SC
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Don't Forget!
The Habitat ReStore offers a 10%
discount to ALL Habitat homeowners!
Existing homeowners and sweat equity
families can take advantage of this
discount by shopping for great items
and deals at the Restore. To receive the
discount have your photo ID with Habitat
home address showing. If you have
further questions please call the
ReStore:
803-936-0088.
Every helping hand makes
a difference!
Visit: Have
https://habitatcsc.volunteermatrix.com feedback/suggestions!?
for volunteer opportunities at build sites, Email:
emily@habitatcsc.org
ReStore, and other events.
RESTORE
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