(Editors Note: the community may recall two working families which New River Tenants Union has helped with eviction and unsafe housing because of slumlord neglect. The following interviews with both the Sherman family and the Crismond family provide an update on their situations since losing their homes. Please help local working families get the gift … Continue reading Working Families Homeless During The Holidays
Radford Retaliates, Throws Family to the Curb
Recently we published a report on the living conditions of Radford Companies' tenants. We did so anonymously to protect the identity of the Sherman family and prevent retaliation from the slumlord. Yet Radford Companies property manager Tina managed to identify them: Radford Companies' property manager Tina claims the dilapidated unit isn't theirsThen they change their … Continue reading Radford Retaliates, Throws Family to the Curb
Statement Against Christiansburg Anti-Poor Ordinance
New River Tenants Union resolutely stands against the anti-poor measures brought forward by the Christiansburg Town Council to restrict halfways houses. These proposed measures are entirely a reaction to the fear of people in our community who are struggling the most. These measures send a message to the community and surrounding area that the Town … Continue reading Statement Against Christiansburg Anti-Poor Ordinance
UPDATE: Working Single Mom of Two Homeless Due to Slumlord
Since we put the word out on behalf of Melanie yesterday we have seen an outpouring of support from the community. So far over $585 dollars have been raised for her and her kids! Melanie is very appreciative of the support, that people care what she and her kids are going through when they have … Continue reading UPDATE: Working Single Mom of Two Homeless Due to Slumlord
Working Single Mom of Two Homeless Due to Slumlord
We are calling on the community and our broader networks to help a local worker out in their time of need. Melanie is a hard-working single mom of two. They have become homeless due to a negligent slumlord making their dwelling unsafe and refusing to fix it. She breaks her back everyday working at the … Continue reading Working Single Mom of Two Homeless Due to Slumlord
Homeless in the New River Valley
Recently our members volunteered at a local church for its program to shelter homeless men during the winter season. This program is funded by several NGOs on a local and federal level in partnership with local churches. It keeps homeless men from being exposed to the elements. Volunteers assemble some cots, make a meal, and … Continue reading Homeless in the New River Valley
