Priscilla is both a dedicated medical assistant and single mother. She finds daily fulfillment in her role at a local Physician Care Center and in looking after her 12- and 4-year-old sons. Priscilla says she chose to move to Orlando “in hopes of providing a better life for my children,” and she is excited to be reaching her dream of permanent homeownership through the Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka Homebuyer Program.
After relocating to Central Florida from New York five years ago, Priscilla and her sons have lived in an income restricted apartment where her rent has recently increased by several hundreds of dollars, becoming unaffordable. The conditions of the apartment and surrounding property have been neglected by the building management, making it an unfit place to live. Priscilla and her sons have had to overcome broken and inoperable windows and doors, structural water damage, pest infestations, and mold issues. Additionally, the small apartment is challenging to live in with two growing boys, making Priscilla even more determined to work towards a forever home for her family.
Priscilla learned about Habitat Seminole-Apopka’s program through a previous Habitat homebuyer who spoke highly of their experience. After conducting her own research, she decided to apply for a chance at a better future for her family. When Priscilla received the news that she and her family had been accepted into the Habitat Homebuyer Program, she felt “grateful, fortunate, and relieved” at the possibilities of safety and stability that lied ahead.
Priscilla is looking forward to the days when her sons can play video games, color, and play with toys in their own space. She also hopes to be able to explore her artistic passion for painting and making music in her own home. She is excited for her family to build lasting memories in this new forever home.
