Housing Works: Housing Prevents AIDS. Housing Improves Health.

Community Story

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  Michael Adams, Volunteer (10yrs)

  "I know that while I'm doing a tiny bit of good, I will also learn something, laugh a lot, and feel that we are all truly appreciated for the time we spend there. I doubt there are many such places that can compare."
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  Mike Panchak, Volunteer (10yrs)

  "I volunteer for the fun of it, the mission, and the great friendships among staff and volunteers. There’s a lot of hard work, comradery and mutual respect."
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  Deborah Braff, Volunteer (10yrs)

  "I saw men being ostracized and neglected, losing jobs and apartments. I knew I had to do something."
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  Jane Klain, Volunteer (10yrs)

  "Housing Works has always represented an important mindset, which is one of hope."
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  Shelly Woolman, Volunteer (10yrs)

  "I am grateful for the opportunity to learn even more about fashion and merchandising from my “on-the-job” experiences."

• Esther Boucicault

  Esther Boucicault founded FEBS in 1996 shortly after she was diagnosed with HIV, having lost her first husband and young son to AIDS. She is credited with being the first person in Haiti to publicly admit to having HIV.

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• Housing Works and Haiti

• Dr. Vati Poitevien, Medical Director