April is Fair Housing Month – VIDEO: Accessible, Affordable Housing is the Key to Living a Full, Independent Life

For many Montanans, finding accessible and stable housing can mean the difference between living an independent, healthy life or struggling to get by. That’s why the Montana Department of Commerce is recognizing Fair Housing Month, and continuing to work with property owners to develop more accessible, affordable housing options.

Theresa Gardner says she’s grateful for an accessible apartment close to the grocery store, it means she can continue her independent life.

"They have roll-in showers, the bathroom is accessible the kitchen is accessible, everything is down where a wheeled person can reach things," Gardner says. "There’s more buildings like this needed."

For Nate Homier, affordable housing means he’s been able to keep a steady job.

Full Story: http://commerce.mt.gov/News/PressReleases/video-accessible-affordable-housing-is-the-key-to-living-a-full-independent-life

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