 How
are families chosen? |
 The
need for a decent house is the most important criterion in the selection
of a family. While many factors can determine need, the condition
of the family's current dwelling is the primary consideration. This
includes such items as: |
lack of plumbing or sanitation facilities
unsafe construction
structural deterioration
over crowded conditions |
| * Before any family is chosen, they are visited in their current residence by members of the Habitat Family Selection committee. |
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The family's willingness to participate during the building
process and afterwards is a very important consideration.
They should be responsible, honest, and willing to share the Habitat
ministry and enthusiasm. Families are expected to sometimes attend
certain Habitat meetings,
join committees, and help out at the work sites of others' homes as
much as possible. |
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They should be able to keep the house
clean and in good repair and the yard maintained. Habitat realizes that some
instruction may
be needed in this area to help new homeowners. Current
homeowners are asked to help new homeowners in this learning
process. Habitat will strive to have other supports available
as needed to help make homeowners successful. |
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The selection process will not discriminate against anyone based on
their race, religion, color, sex, handicap, familial status, or
national origin. |
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A family must have enough income to pay for the house and such things
as heat, water, electricity, taxes, insurance, and maintenance will
be taken into consideration. Proof of income and a credit
check may also be done during the selection process. Habitat
for Humanity also requires a criminal background check be done on
every applicant and co-applicant before final approval of a Habitat
family. |
How are families chosen?
301 Valley View Blvd.
Altoona, PA 16602
Phone: (814) 943 - 3480
Email: info@habitatblaircounty.org
The selection process
will not discriminate against anyone based on their race, religion, color,
sex, handicap, family status, or national origin.
