After 19 years settled in a private rental in Whanganui, Trish’s world was upended when the house was put on the market and her long-term tenancy came to a sudden end.
With no alternatives available, she found herself in insecure temporary housing and then in emergency accommodation.
Trish had lost her home and there was nothing on the horizon. But, because she is supported by IDEA Services, her situation was flagged as urgent and the hunt was on.
Accessible Properties identified a property that was available and, with the paperwork underway, she was able to move in.
She had keys to a new place, a comfortable, welcoming house that offered not just shelter, but a fresh start.
“It’s good, very good,” smiles Trish. “My home is very warm and cosy.”
Read the full story in the latest issue of Strong Voices.
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