Archive for July, 2012

The Miami Herald

Ex-Homeless Raise Crops for Miami Restaurant
Verde Gardens – operated in part by formerly homeless residents – provides fresh produce to diners at Tuyo restaurant in Downtown Miami.        

The Miami Herald

By Christina Veiga

It’s 8 a.m. and the sun is just beginning its relentless beating. The ground is damp from an early morning shower, bringing out the ...

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The Miami Herald

A Dignified Dwelling
Two Miami design industry professionals have furnished a home for a woman and her three children who are transitioning out of homelessness.

The Miami Herald

By Alexa Lopez

Rocio Almanzar, who has spent about seven years in and out of homeless shelters and rehabilitation programs, did not have many ideas for the décor of her new apartment. Rather, a ...

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Rivermont House

Rivermont House

Located at 789 NW 13th Avenue in Miami, Rivermont House consists of 76 affordable housing units serving formerly homeless individuals – with 36 units serving disabled persons and 15 units serving elderly residents. Amenities include a computer lab, fitness center, library, pool table room and outdoor courtyard.

 

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