Critical Home Repairs for Veterans in Clark, Greene, and Montgomery Counties

Veterans honor our country through their service and sacrifice. In honor of their service, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton does its best to ensure that local veterans and their partners have homes that are safe for them to live in. Here are some examples that show our Veteran Critical Repair Program in action.

World War II Army Veteran, Mr. Dorsey, and his daughter, Sandy

“It was just in the nick of time,” said Sandy, Mr. Dorsey’s daughter and caretaker. “This repair was truly a blessing.” At 106 years old, Mr. Dorsey has lived a long, remarkable life. A proud U.S. Army veteran, he served his country for four years during World War II. After his service, he settled into his home in Dayton, a place he has now cherished for 51 years. “It’s home,” Sandy explained. “It’s where he’s comfortable, where his memories are.” For that reason, moving elsewhere was never an option; but when his home’s roof began to fail, his sense of peace was suddenly threatened. Cracks and leaks in the ceiling had worsened over time, eventually allowing water to run behind the walls. The sound was constant, and the damage was growing. For Mr. Dorsey, who lives with low vision, these conditions posed even greater risks. Thanks to this program, Mr. Dorsey received a brand-new roof, stopping the leaks and protecting his home from further damage. For Mr. Dorsey, the home where he has spent more than half a century can now continue to be the safe haven he loves. For Sandy, it’s a relief to know her father can remain in comfort, right where he belongs.

Ms. Howard, widow of an Army Vietnam Purple Heart Recipient

Ms. Howard’s late husband was an Army Vietnam veteran and a Purple Heart recipient. This couple’s path was marked by immense sacrifices and hardships, the weight of which they carried together. However, as their struggles grew, they found themselves in need of assistance, and it was Dayton Habitat that extended a much needed helping hand. With your help, Dayton Habitat was able to replace Ms. Howard’s roof, renovate her bathroom, and make her porch more accessible. These improvements will keep her in the home that she shared with her husband for many years.

Vietnam Vet, Larry Jackson

Larry's roof was in bad shape. The roof repair was extensive and with the cost of wood these days, expensive as well. It needed 10 trusses and 21 sheets of OSB.“ I was a contractor 40 years and at one time could have done this for myself, but I have bad knees and a bad shoulder so I can’t get up there (on a roof) anymore", said Larry. 

Are you a veteran in need of a critical home repair?

If you know of a vet in dire need of critical repairs that would allow them to safely live in their home, give Galen Curry a call at 937-965-7675.

Would like to support our Veteran Critical Repair Program?

If you’d like to support Dayton Habitat’s Veteran Critical Repair Program by through either volunteering or making a financial gift or donation in kind, call Dave Mauch at 937-965-7677.