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In Their Own Words...

Hear why people are praising B'nai B'rith Housing and see the impact our housing model makes in people's lives
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The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Anna

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Anna

Fifty years ago, Anna made her way from Hong Kong to the United States and settled in Quincy with her husband. After weathering the storm of a divorce, she found…

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Ken & Barb

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Ken & Barb

Although Ken and Barb were apprehensive about making the change, they are very happy to be back in MetroWest. “Giving up the house is tough after 19 years, but we’re having fun,” says Ken. “Other places we looked at in our price range didn’t compare, and the staff makes sure everything runs so smoothly here.”

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Elena

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Elena

“It is good to keep moving,” Elena says, “I like to stay fit and catch up with my friends – and my daughter likes knowing she can have her own life without worrying about her mother.”

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Odessa

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Odessa

“Moving into The Coolidge has literally been a life-changer for our whole family… It has easily put 10–12 years back on my mom’s life. Being around people her own age, being able to socialize and take classes—it’s all been great for her. She loves that place so much; she no longer feels cooped up and she has so much more energy.”

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Patricia

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Patricia

“I had been staying on a friend’s couch for two years because I couldn’t find a place I could afford. When I got into Covenant House, I leapt at the chance!” Now Patricia has a place of her own that she can be proud of and she has her independence while also having access to staff and activities that help her thrive. 

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Mahin

The Faces of Affordable Housing: Meet Mahin

“Living here is good for my quality of life. I am a foreigner and it’s a great to talk to the other residents and learn from them, and they like to learn from me as well. I’ve never met people so kind – they are really special.”

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