COMMUNITY Home REBUILT HOME by Dale King You may think you’ve heard the last of the Hurricane Irma stories, but there’s still one untold tale kicking around Broward County. It’s an account that could easily tap your tear ducts – because it is sweet and kind and has a happy ending. When the massive hurricane tore a path of destruction through the Sunshine State last September, it destroyed billions of dollars’ worth of property from the Keys to Tallahassee. A small portion of that toll included the roof at the home of Marian Klukiewicz, a structure in the City of Sunrise that she had called home for five decades. Marian was sleeping on a sofa in her living room surrounded by mold and moisture as the structure decayed around her. Struggling Deteriorated conditions inside Marian’s home Sweet Repair work being done inside Marian’s home. with health issues related to aging, a very limited income, and no local family, Marian’s situation came to the attention of Robin Martin, executive director of Rebuilding Together Broward. Martin, whose organization has received yearly donations from Current Builders, one of the largest construction companies in Pompano Beach, reached out to its CEO, Chip Reid, for assistance. “Rebuilding Together is committed to helping lowincome homeowners live in safe, secure housing,” Martin said. “But Marian’s situation was dire, and we were going to need tremendous help to restore her home. Thankfully, Current Builders stepped up to the task.” Initially, Current Builders was approached to see if the company would donate their time and resources to restore the roof. After an inspection, Reid and his workers realized that Marian’s house had been deteriorating for years and was essentially uninhabitable. Understanding the elder woman’s dire situation, Reid rallied his employees and partners, and with assistance from Rebuilding Together Broward County, launched the “Home for Marian” initiative through his company’s charitable foundation. The firm, working with a dedicated team of subcontractors, drafted an extensive restoration plan which included rebuilding the roof, fixing the plumbing and electrical work, adding new drywall, painting, acquiring new appliances and installing her first-ever air conditioning system. Donations of new furnishings were also secured. During the months spent on renovation, Marian moved into temporary housing and was supported by a team of people from Rebuilding Together Broward, United Way of Broward County, and Broward County Elderly and Veteran Affairs. “It was a much bigger job than we initially anticipated,” explained Reid. “But thanks to an amazing network of partners, we were able to give Marian a safe, beautiful home.” From left, Robin Martin, executive director of Rebuilding Together; Marian Klukiewicz; and, Chip Reid, CEO of Current Builders from Pompano Beach. “Marian Klukiewicz is an amazing woman who never complained about her unfortunate circumstances,” Reid said. “We are honored to restore the home that she has lived in for the past 50 years. Our employees and numerous friends in the construction industry have graciously donated their time and resources over the past few months to create a new home for this wonderful woman.” In late February, Marian moved back into her home, which work crews literally tore apart – right down to the studs – for a total overhaul. Now, she will have air conditioning – a convenience she never had before – along with hot, running water. In the past, she used her microwave oven to heat water to bathe. Marian got to meet the workers from Current Builders, and others who lent a hand in the reconstruction of her home, during a reception at the Pompano Beach headquarters of the construction company. She offered gracious and sincere thanks for putting her house – and her life – back together. Current Builders launched a foundation more than 10 years ago to increase its community involvement and to give back to the human experience. Rebuilding Together is a national nonprofit providing low-income homeowners with critical residential repairs and help in reviving dilapidated communities. “Since our inception in 2003 as the local affiliate,” Martin said, “Rebuilding Together Broward County has made significant health and safety repairs to more than 450 homes, changed the lives of more than 1,000 individuals, and provided an estimated $4million impact from financial donations, volunteer labor, and donated materials and supplies.” P 40 MAY <strong>2018</strong>
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