With a little help - -

Rose & Sam were an older couple. They had always worked hard & never expected help from others, but when Sam became sick, it was hard for the couple to keep up with all of the bills.

After several months of Rose struggling to keep up with the bills on just her income, she relented and came into our office for help.

At first it was just for food, but eventually, they needed more help. With United Way funds, we were able to keep their electricity on, & soon after, Sam was able to return to work.

We have not seen the couple since, but are certainly hoping that all is well with them & that things continue to go well.

Community Service Coordinator - Lexington

Dream Home

Vickie had dreamed of owning her own home, but for several reasons in the past, she was never able to.  By chance, she came upon an affordable home that while it was small and needed some fixing, was sturdy.  Vickie was on a fixed income, because of her disability, and was unable to come up with the deposit money to get the utilities on.  With help from United Way funds, we were able to get the utilities on for her.  We were also able to refer her to our Weatherization program for her home.  Vickie was almost in tears by the time we were done helping her.  She had never really thought that home ownership was going to be something that she could do and so when at last everything was falling in place, it was a bit overwhelming for her.  We saw her not too long ago and everything was still going well.  The help we give doesn’t have to be huge.  Sometimes just a small amount can mean a whole lot.

Martha Penaflor Community Services Coordinator
Lexington