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A Home, A Future" – Maria’s Journey
Growing up, I never imagined that one day I would struggle to find a place to call home. Being born deaf and gradually losing my vision, I relied on my family and community for support. But when I aged out of my family’s care, I found myself navigating a world that wasn’t built for me.
Finding a job was nearly impossible, and landlords wouldn’t even consider renting to someone like me without steady income or a co-signer. I slept on friends' couches, applied for countless housing programs, and waited for years—only to be met with silence.
Then I found Horizon Housing Fund. Not only did they provide me with rental assistance, but they also helped me regain my independence. Now, I am not just a recipient of support—I work here. I help others like me find stability and security, ensuring that no one in our community feels forgotten.
"Fighting for My Daughter’s Future" – Angela’s Determination
Highly qualified and motivated professionals
Being a single mother of a deafblind child, and being blind myself I never expected to face homelessness. I worked two jobs, but after an unexpected medical crisis, I fell behind on rent. The eviction notice came swiftly. I applied for Section 8 and rental assistance, but I was told, "The waitlist is years long."
For months, I lived in my car with my daughter, doing everything I could to keep her safe. I reached out to every organization, but the system wasn’t designed for people like us.
Then I found Horizon Housing Fund. Within weeks, they helped me move into a safe, stable home. They saw me—not as a burden, but as a mother fighting for her child. Now, I work with Horizon to make sure no other deafblind parent has to go through what I did. We belong here, too.
"No Longer Invisible" – David’s Fight for Stability
I lost my sight completely at age 15 due to a degenerative disease. My parents did their best, but no one prepared me for how difficult the world would be. Then I lost my hearing in my 20s, and suddenly, I was completely cut off from the world.
I applied for housing assistance but was waitlisted for years. I was shuffled between temporary shelters, each time having to explain that I couldn't see or hear the paperwork they were handing me. It felt like I had disappeared—like I wasn’t even human to them.
Horizon Housing Fund gave me more than just a place to live—they gave me a voice. With their help, I secured my own apartment, learned to use assistive technology, and now, I help others break through the same barriers I once faced. We are not invisible. We are here. And we deserve a home.
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