LeRoy sighed relief when MVHO property manager DeLisa Herring gave him the keys to his apartment. He was homeless, and the eviction on his record made him ineligible for some housing options. MVHO gave him an opportunity, and LeRoy said he could not have found a better place to live.

At 76 years old, LeRoy talked about life’s challenges. He said he prayed for strength to overcome the drug problem that led to incarceration and homelessness upon release. He spent three and a half weeks in the ICU because of a COVID infection that resulted in a brush with death and lingering respiratory problems.

Drug-free and stably housed, LeRoy was philosophical about the turn of events. He said change is good and that he spends his time on simple pleasures, church, and relaxing at home. He appreciates where he is now, and DeLisa said he is a model tenant.

Love is a Verb is supplying Love Bins filled with toiletries and other supplies for Project Clean.  MVHO is grateful for this fantastic community partner.  We enjoyed a site visit from Liz, Brandon, and Founder Nicole Weaver.

Miami Valley Housing Opportunities has been chosen as a Host Organization for a Del Mar Encore Fellow and seeking applicants! This initiative of The Dayton Foundation deploys highly skilled older adults into the community to work as Fellows on significant issues. The one-year part-time position with MVHO will explore possibilities and challenges in providing stable, affordable housing for emerging vulnerable populations in the Dayton region. The closing date to apply is June 17, 2022. For details, please visit https://mvho.org/about-mvho/employment-opportunities/.  MVHO is grateful to the DMH-Dayton, Inc. Fund of The Dayton Foundation for making this initiative possible. https://www.daytonfoundation.org/delmarencore.html

Project Clean is up and running for the season! This Hope in Motion mobile unit provides laundry and shower services for individuals living on the streets. MVHO outreach team members Kimo (l) and TJ (r) are there to help.