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HABITAT FAMILIES Continued

Upon becoming accepted for a new home, families are assigned a "nurturer" (mentor) from the affiliate who will work with them to help them accomplish their home ownership goals.   This relationship lasts from the time of acceptance, through moving into their new home, and for a year or more after.

The months betwen being accepted as a Habitat Family and moving into the new home are busy ones.   All members of the family participate in accruing the family's 500 "sweat equity" hours.  Young children are not allowed on the building site for safety reasons, but they "post" the family hours on the charts in the Habitat office, help make plans, and can help in planting flowers and similar activities after construction is finished.

Long hours spent helping build their home, attending classes and counseling sessions, volunteering at the Habitat office or Home store have all been worth while when the family moves into their brand new home and celebrates with the many Habitat friends who attend their dedication ceremony.
Owning a decent, affordable home does wonderful things for people.  They develop a sense of security, pride and dignity.  Many new homeowners go on to further their education, find better jobs, and continue to volunteer their time with Habitat to help others become home owners also.

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