Habitat for Humanity of Defiance County is currently
building our 11th house. The lot is located at 1035
Madison Street in Defiance; and a partner family has
been selected. Heather Salinas will be the new
homeowner. Be sure to look for a complete biography
of Heather Salinas and her family in our next
newsletter. We are also rehabbing one of our homes
built in 2005, for Jennifer Seele and her children
on Martin Street.
We are in need of all types of volunteer help. We
need help on the new construction, also painting and
cleaning on Jennifer's home. While we are building
Heather's home, we will be working Saturdays
starting at 8:00 until the house is done. Feel free
to come at anytime during the day. Lunch is provided
by volunteers. If you would like to work during the
week, please contact Habitat for Humanity at
419-784-1075.
The first steps in constructing a Habitat House is
clearing the lot and securing the foundation.
Habitat uses donated goods and services whenever
they are available, but also hires individuals at
standard or reduced rates if necessary. After
framing the house, installation of all mechanical
and electrical wiring takes place. The insulation
and drywall is finished and painted. Then the
flooring is installed and finishing touches
completed before the dedication of the home.
Volunteers take part in each stage throughout
construction. For those who would like to help but
are unable to do manual labor, meals are needed on
the weekends for all workers. Church groups,
individuals, families are all welcome to get
involved. Building a home is a great opportunity for
anyone to help a family own a home of their own.
Keep an eye out for more information about the
build.
