Once her children moved out, Brusette Ohe decided to look for a small place, just for her and the dog. Unfortunately, her options were limited, and she ended up living in dire circumstances for five years under a slumloard, unaware she had any other options.
When it came time for her to retire, Sharon had no where to turn. And an additional challenge - she had been diagnosed with Schizophrenia.
Living in Fredericksburg, Virginia for more than 50 years, Jacqueline has worked in the food industry all her life. When she worked full-time, she was able to live on her own despite the high rental prices. Unfortunately, once she stopped working, Jacqueline struggled to find an affordable place to live.
James came to West Virginia hoping to live with his sister shortly after retiring from his job in Washington, D.C, but those plans quickly fell through. Here's his story.
When her boyfriend passed away, Susan had to move quickly. Being a senior on a fixed income, her options were limited—but luckily Heritage Park recently opened a few months prior.