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Several months ago, Timothy Lee came to Good Sam looking for help finding housing. He was staying at the Holland Rescue Mission and Good Sam determined qualified for our Rapid ReHousing program. The Rapid ReHousing program helps homeless families and individuals locate appropriate, affordable housing and assists them with security deposit and first month's rent. The ultimate goal is to provide a path to sustainable income and housing. 

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Stephanie Kirkham and Timothy Lee
 

 

Rapid ReHousing Specialist Stephanie Kirkham shares, "We are so glad that he (Tim) is a part of the Rapid Rehousing program, because this is exactly what the program was designed for; t

o help people get back on their feet when they lose their housing and are struggling to find jobs. Tim still has 3 more months of possible assistance and we are very hopeful and confident that he will find employment during that time."

Step by step, Timothy is making progress toward having stable housing and employment, thanks to Good Sam and our partners!    

 

 

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Interview with Housing Director
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What is the poverty rate in the Holland/Zeeland area? What is considered poverty level?


According to the American Community Survey data, it is estimated that 6% of all Ottawa County families have incomes below the federally determined poverty guidelines. In the cities of Holland and Zeeland, the rates increase to nearly 12% and 10% respectively. For families with children under 5 years old, local poverty rates range from 11% to 33%. Of greatest concern, a family consisting of a female single parent and at least one child under five years old has about a 50% chance of being in poverty per federal guidelines.

 

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