Volunteers in Happy Valley, Oregon, including Mayor Tom Ellis, worked with veteran-led humanitarian organization Team Rubicon to repair the flood-damaged home of a Vietnam War veteran. After area flooding last month, city officials were checking on residents and first connected with Gary, whose home had fallen into disrepair. Rising costs and limited resources prevented him from fixing his home and put him at risk of eviction.
On Saturday, volunteers removed old siding, installed new materials, and painted Gary’s home at Carver Mobile Home Ranch to meet park and HOA standards. Building supplies for the repairs were donated by PARR Lumber. The work primarily focused on addressing safety concerns that made the home unsafe to live in.
Gary says that the repairs have helped ease his anxiety and will allow him to stay in his home. Mayor Ellis says the project brought together neighbors and veterans to help one of their own during a time of need.
Source: NEWS NATION NOW
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