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A Home That Grew With Her
L’Tahnya remembers when there was nothing behind her home but trees. Nearly three decades ago, a friend brought her out to the property, a quiet stretch of land removed from the noise and traffic. She was given the rare opportunity to choose, the lot, the layout, the number of bedrooms. At the time, her three children were still young. It was, in every sense, a place to build a life. “It was awesome raising my kids here,” she said. “They loved it.” The home became the backdro
Apr 23 min read
Betty's Story: The Strength to Keep Showing Up
On quiet mornings in Onslow County, Betty likes to sit on her porch and feel the breeze move through the trees. It’s a simple ritual, a few minutes of fresh air, a moment to gather herself before the day begins. For Betty, 66, these small moments have taken on new meaning. Not long after WARM NC completed repairs to her home, she received news that would change the rhythm of her life. She was diagnosed with cervical cancer and began a two-year course of treatment at the Zimme
Mar 42 min read
Janice's Fresh Start
For more than 35 years, Janice has built her life in her home in Burgaw. It is where she started over, where her family grew, and where she intends to remain. After her divorce, Janice used her settlement to purchase land and a mobile home of her own. “A fresh start,” she called it. After 20 years of marriage, she had to relearn how to navigate the world independently while raising two daughters. The home became a place of stability, self-reliance, and pride. Over the years,
Jan 52 min read
Lynda Grows Old on Her Own Terms
Eighty-year-old Lynda shares how WARM NC helped her safely age in her own home, preserving independence, dignity, and the comfort of home.
Nov 4, 20252 min read
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