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Basic Needs & Healthy Living · Program 05
Emergency Housing Repairs & Reconstruction
Urgent repair work that keeps families dry, warm, and safe, delivered through locally hired and trained workers.
The need
A failing roof or unstable structure is a health emergency waiting to happen, especially for children and elderly residents.
What we do
- Roof repairs
- Structural safety checks
- Plaster and repair work
- Weatherproofing
- Storm preparation
- Flooring repairs
- Local labor hiring
- Local labor training
How it works
- 01
Assess urgency and safety risk with the household.
- 02
Scope the repair and hire local labor.
- 03
Complete repairs, weatherproofing, and storm preparation.
- 04
Check the work and note remaining risks for follow-up.
Community participation
Local tradespeople are hired and trained, keeping both income and skills in the community.
Why it matters
Repairing a home protects health, prevents injury, and preserves the stability a family already has.