Habitat for Humanity Victoria launches program for critical repairs to homes in need

The Victoria Chapter of Habitat for Humanity has launched a new program to help those in need complete critical repairs on homes that have fallen into disrepair. 

This Critical Repairs program is a new extension of the charitable organization’s main mission, which is to provide families with access to buying a home in Victoria. 

Though the Critical Repairs program represents a new phase of growth for Habitat Victoria, the program is not a new idea, as the local chapter got its start in the early 90s doing repairs on derelict homes. 

The program has been proven over the past six months, as Habitat Victoria has been assisting  those with limited financial means to extend the life of their existing homes.

“Like many organizations, we’ve been asking how we can do more with less,” said Carmen Rempel, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Victoria. 

“How can we support more families and create safe, decent places to live in a challenging building environment? Critical Repairs is a powerful part of that answer.”

This program is made possible through targeted investments, it is supported by volunteers who are ready and able to work and hinges on good-faith partnerships with local trades.

Through donated building materials and volunteer power, this program is helping to ease the burden of repair costs on many in the region. As this is just the start of this program, it is expected to help many more through the years. 

“We’ve already seen families move from feeling unsafe or discouraged in their homes to feeling secure and proud again,” said Rempel. 

“That transformation is immediate and meaningful. Come join us as we work to ensure more local families can remain safely in the homes they love.”

Those who want to get involved in the Critical Repairs program can visit Habitat for Humanity Victoria’s webpage, or contact the organization directly.

In addition to this new endeavour, Habitat Victoria has built 34 homes and served 39 families in the Capital Regional District since it was founded.