Marquette County Habitat for Humanity “Raised the Roof” and “Ramped UP” in November/December
Thursday, December 26th, 2024
Marquette, MI –December 2024: Marquette County Habitat for Humanity hosted a “Raise the Roof” 2-day event, November 22nd and November 23rd, 2024 in Ishpeming at our 114th affordable new construction site. Thanks to our wonderful volunteers and staff, we were able to place trusses and sheathing over ¾ of the roof in that 2-day period. Depending on the weather, Rainy Creek Construction plans to shingle the roof sometime in December2024/January2025.
In late November/December, Marquette County Habitat for Humanity Ramp program began installation and completion of a permanent ramp in Skandia, MI. With the help of our outstanding volunteers, we were able to provide access for a couple having difficulty leaving their home for appointments/errands.
In 2021, with start-up funds from Superior Health Foundation, we launched our Ramp Program to provide Marquette County residents with access to temporary and permanent ramps. For residents arriving home from the hospital, rehab facility or other care facility in need of immediate, safe access to their home, we can install a temporary metal ramp for up to 6 weeks at no cost to the individual. For homeowners with ongoing needs, a permanent wooden ramp option is available with the cost being based on the household’s income.
For more information about our affordable housing or temporary/permanent ramp programs, contact us at 906-228-3578.