Advocate for Affordable Housing for People with Disabilities with Becky LaForest

Ever dreamed of making a real difference in your community? This
episode dives into a topic far from HGTV fluff: the critical need
for affordable housing for people with intellectual and
developmental disabilities. We sit down with Becky LaForest,
who'll open your eyes to the housing crisis faced by this
population and the heartbreaking reality of segregated group
homes. Learn how dedicated support and innovative housing models
can transform lives, and discover how YOU can contribute to
meaningful change.


 


 


Key takeaways to listen for


How Becky's career shift led her to create a nonprofit for
affordable housing for people with intellectual and developmental
disabilities (I/DD)

The hidden shortage of affordable housing for the I/DD
community and the struggle with government funding

Medicaid policy flaws that keep many I/DD individuals in
institutions

Groundbreaking efforts to integrate people with I/DD into
regular community housing

Why community support and advocacy are game-changers for
policy reform and funding

Becky's impactful "Just A Dollar" and "RealtorCares"
campaigns, and how you can make a difference



 


 


Resources mentioned in this episode


HCBS ADVOCACY COALITION

The Arc

Special Olympics



 


Visit https://www.ahomeforgrace.org/about-us to support
Becky's mission and make a difference for people with
intellectual and developmental disabilities. Click on the Donate
button to see the RealtorCares and Just a
Dollar Campaigns! 


 


 


About Becky LaForest


Becky has been in real estate sales for nearly 25 years. She
currently owns Blue Heron Real Estate and is the Director
of  A Home for Grace. Becky is utilizing her experience in
her real estate career and nonprofit to bring affordable housing
solutions to the I/DD community.


 


 


Connect with Becky


Website: A Home For Grace

Facebook: A Home For Grace, Inc

Email: ahomeforgracenc@gmail.com

Number: (910) 470-5832

See their
story https://www.ahomeforgrace.org/emmie-s-story



 


 


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