Patsy Owens, a resident of Orchard Knob, has been able to alleviate financial stress and improve her home thanks to the Connected Communities Program. Ten years ago, she purchased her home on Ivy Street but struggled to afford necessary repairs, including an aging roof. When she learned about the program designed to improve the energy efficiency of homes in the area, she applied and was approved for a new roof for her 73-year-old house.
The roof was completed last year, providing Owens with much-needed assistance. In a recent telephone interview, she expressed her gratitude for the program, stating that her house had not received a new roof in a long time and that she would not have been able to afford it without this assistance. The new roof has significantly improved her home and relieved financial stress for Owens.
Owens is just one of many residents in the Orchard Knob area who have benefitted from the Connected Communities Program. This program has provided residents with various resources, including home energy upgrades, laptop computers, and internet access for telehealth and other online needs. Over the past couple of years, dozens of individuals in the area have been able to improve their living situations thanks to this program.
