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The 4 Main Reasons Seniors Leave Their Homes Before They Really Need To

At some point in life, seniors realize they have a decision to make: "Can I stay at home instead of moving?" It could be due to major life events, health issues, or just the passing of time, but eventually, we all need to figure out which living...

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Dear Valentine, we really dig you!

Guest blog by Shelby Schmidt, Senior Engagement Associate Over the last two weeks, you all have shown some love to Habitat and our staff. We have...

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What to Expect from the Twin Cities Housing Market in 2021

2020 was challenging, to say the least, and the Twin Cities housing market changed rapidly to keep up. While the world navigates an ever-evolving...

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Allowance Donations Make a Huge Impact

Throughout January, Twin Cities Habitat showered gratitude on all the amazing supporters and donors who make our mission possible. We called it...

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I'm a big fan of yours—we [heart] ReStore!

Guest blog by Molly Boland, Engagement Associate & Sean Koebele, Volunteer and Donor Engagement Manager This week, we’re sharing the love with our...

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What is the Homeownership Opportunity Alliance?

Guest Blog by Allie Gaddis, Strategy and Impact Manager “We all do better when we all do better” is a phrase we heard over and over in 2020. The...

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Here's what Winter Warriors have been up to while you were away

Guest Blog by Jake Kirchgessner, Director of Field Operations, with many contributions from Site Staff and AmeriCorps Members Each winter, Twin...

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A Reflection on A Brush With Kindness' Work in 2020

Throughout the pandemic, A Brush With Kindness has continued to do health and safety repairs and exterior painting for homeowners, providing an...

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Home Modifications for Seniors to Make Aging in Place Simpler

Safety is one of the main reasons seniors move out of their houses. If you or a loved one are among the 90% of people who want to live in their homes...

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Was it Love at First Site?

Guest blog by Jackie Peak, Senior Engagement Associate Think back to the first moment you stepped on a Habitat construction site. Your work boots...

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