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Billy Unlocks his Independence!
August 19th, 2019
We are excited to announce that ROOF has officially welcomed another resident to the ROOF family! On August 1, 2019 Billy signed his lease on the dotted line, making him
Growth of ROOF Across State of Florida
July 21st, 2019
ROOF continues to grow across the state of Florida, with the addition of a local Board of Trustees in each of six counties – Charlotte, Clay, Collier, Lee, Miami-Dade, and
ROOF Collier County Receives SHIP Funding for Home in Naples
July 19th, 2019
ROOF is thrilled to have received substantial funding this month from Collier County through the State Housing Incentive Partnership (SHIP) program. The funds will allow ROOF to create a supported
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Creating a Future for Adults with Autism Supports ROOF with a Generous Donation
July 19th, 2019
When Debby Kays isn’t practicing real estate or tending to her herbs and teas business, she volunteers to support the creation of independent, affordable, safe housing for people with disabilities.
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Happy 1st Anniversary Charlotte County ROOF!
July 19th, 2019
Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) is celebrating a very special milestone this month…ROOF’s first anniversary in Charlotte County! One year ago, ROOF acquired its first occupied home in Charlotte
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Housing Success Story: Michael Appel
October 5th, 2017
In sunny Cape Coral, Michael Appel has lived on his own since July 1st of this year. He and his parents searched together to find the perfect home for him.
Housing Success: Frank Shalett
July 13th, 2017
In a one-bedroom apartment overlooking a beautiful lake in North Florida, you will find Frank Shalett, his roommate Sheila, and their service dog Mello. Originally from New York, Frank has
Housing Success Story: Kathy Leigh (ROOF Board Member)
June 2nd, 2017
After years of preparation, ROOF board member Kathy Leigh moved into a home of her own that was specifically designed to fit her unique needs. We recently had
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Home Matters Report 2017
March 22nd, 2017
The Florida Housing Coalition recently published its 2017 report on the Home Matters movement. We’ve summarized it for you here: What is Home Matters? Home Matters is a
Housing Success Spotlight: Cody Bowman
January 30th, 2017
At 30 years old, living on my own has made a huge difference in my life. I am not the same person I was before I moved into my own apartment.