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- Albert M.

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May 1, 2024

Ms. Nancy

May 1, 2024

Ms. Nancy is a homeowner that has lived in her home for over 30 years. Nancy has had a number of back surgeries and has another one coming up in early 2024. Her daughter and granddaughter, from Atlanta, are staying with her until she recovers from the surgeries. Nancy loves her home because it is located close to the lake and has large dining room where would host family gathers to play games.

May 1, 2024

Mar 20, 2024

Albert & Patricia

Mar 20, 2024

Albert and Patricia are homeowners in the Lincoln Village neighborhood. In fact, they consider themselves the last original homeowners from when they bought the home over 49 years ago. Since then, the neighborhood has become mostly rental properties. They live with their two cats and often host their grandkids. In the winter, Albert volunteers as Santa at local events and shops. RM initially met Albert and Patricia when canvasing the Lincoln Village neighborhood in 2021 where Block Build MKE was taking place at the time.

Mar 20, 2024

Feb 9, 2024

Ms. Carol

Feb 9, 2024

Ms. Carol is a kind and soft-spoken woman who has lived in her home since 1947 when her mother designed it. She was just 12 years old when they moved into the home. Now she lives alone and the only family that Carol has nearby is her cousin Susan

Feb 9, 2024

Dec 12, 2023

Ms. Marry

Dec 12, 2023

Marry was born in Mississippi but moved to Milwaukee in 1974. She has lived in her current home for over 24 years. Marry has worked as a teacher and as a daycare manager. Marry heard about Revitalize Milwaukee on TV and called with concerns of cross-wiring issues, no gate on the side of her house, and has some damaged drywall. Marry is the block captain of the neighborhood and is very active in providing resources for the youth in the area.

Dec 12, 2023

Jun 28, 2023

Courtney's Crunch Cookies

Jun 28, 2023

Ms. Courtney is a 76 year-old Milwaukee resident that has lived in her home for almost 40 years. Although she is the oldest of 13, she does not have much family support nearby. She moved into this house in 1984 to take care of a friend and has lived in it ever sense. In her free-time, Ms. Courtney likes to go camping or crochet blankets. She worked a nurse aid for years and then transitioned into geriatric care.

Jun 28, 2023

Apr 24, 2023

Mary's Bathroom Repairs

Apr 24, 2023

Ms. Mary is a Milwaukee county homeowner that has lived in her home for over 26 years. She initially reached out regarding her water bill increasing every month due to a possible leakage.

Apr 24, 2023

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Homeowner Success Stories

Our Services

We offer a variety of services that help low income seniors, veterans, and people living with disabilities live comfortably in their home.

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Block Build MKE

Block Build MKE is our largest event of the year. In the span of two days, hundreds of volunteers will come together to repair up to 30 homes in the Clarke Square Neighborhood.

Critical Repairs

Critical Repairs are necessary for vulnerable homeowners to remain in their homes. Without these, homeowners would be forced to leave the homes they’ve lived in for decades.

Emergency Repairs

Emergency Repairs provide a safe and reliable way for homeowners to fix issues that could affect their health and safety. We are the only organization in Southeast Wisconsin providing free emergency repairs, and most repairs are completed within 48 hours.

Accessibility Modifications

Accessibility Modifications allow homeowners living with a disability to get around their home with ease and prevent possible injuries or having to leave their home.