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Florida Community Loan Fund Features ROOF in Annual Report
December 16th, 2020
Florida Community Loan Fund has helped grow Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) since 2017. With $500,000 financed through FCLF, ROOF has purchased two houses, renovating them to provide six permanent,
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Residential Options of Florida helps empower those with developmental disabilities
December 1st, 2020
The road to independence is not easy. Take the case of Thomas (name changed for privacy). Thomas has an intellectual disability that makes it difficult for him to do things that people without disabilities often take for
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Naples Garden Club Funding Provides Fencing and Gardens
November 23rd, 2020
Funding from the Naples Garden Club has allowed ROOF to install backyard fences for ROOF’s two homes in Immokalee. Both homes are on a lake, which is home to alligators.
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Heather Adams Joins Lee Board of Trustees
November 18th, 2020
Heather Adams of Cape Coral has joined Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) Lee County Board of Trustees. Heather serves as the Vice President of Operations for Cushman & Wakefield. She
Hurricane Tip #6: Post Hurricane
November 18th, 2020
Throw out any food like canned items that were not kept at a proper temperature or have been exposed to floodwaters. Toss any expired or soiled food from the freezer
Advocate for Yourself: Preparing for a Hurricane
October 23rd, 2020
ROOF’s mission is to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, which includes providing individuals the resources to live independently. As we continue through hurricane season, we are sharing tips
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Hurricane Preparedness Tip #4: Protect Your Home
October 9th, 2020
Staying informed on news coverage and warnings issued by the government before a hurricane is critical. However, there is more to hurricane preparation than just staying informed. It is just
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Hurricane Preparation Tip #3: Create a Checklist
October 1st, 2020
The first step to prepare for any hurricane is to stay informed as the storm approaches. Pay close attention to trustworthy news sources so you can prepare accordingly. Whether you
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Hurricane Preparation Tip #2: Create a Personal Support Network: “Self-Help Team”
September 17th, 2020
You cannot always predict where you will be when an emergency or hurricane takes place. Emergencies and disasters can strike quickly and force you to have to evacuate your home
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Hurricane Preparedness Tip #1: Create an Emergency Preparedness Kit
August 25th, 2020
As Florida approaches the peak of hurricane season, it’s important to be prepared. Knowing the essentials of how to prepare can help save you and your family stress when a
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