NEW PORT RICHEY â Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties celebrated another home dedication last week in New Port Richey.
Mary White and her son, Aspen, unlocked the front door to their new home on Portola Avenue during an event on the morning of Dec. 10.
âItâs been a dream to become a homeowner,â White said during the dedication. âFrom the bottoms of our hearts I just want to say how grateful we are.â
White is a disabled U.S. Army veteran. Prior to connecting with Habitat for Humanity, the single mother entered into a homeless program âto better her familyâs life and get back on track,â according to a Habitat press release.
Army Vet, Single Mom Bounces Back From Homelessness PUBLISHED 5:25 PM ET Dec. 10, 2020 PUBLISHED 5:25 PM EST Dec. 10, 2020
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NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. - Entering her new home for the time was a long time coming for Mary White.
What You Need To Know
Mary White received a medical discharge after injury
She spent 4 years in VA homeless program
White now has interest free home
“Overwhelmed. Excited. Just overall happy. It’s a big day,” White said.
White is an Army veteran who received a medical discharge after getting injured.
She then spent four years in the VA homeless program.
Now she’s finally back on her feet.