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Letter: Habitat for Humanity saved me

Anita Patel
Anita Patel
Anita Patel
Sports Reporter · Naperville, IL

Anita Patel, a graduate of DePaul University, has over 8 years of experience covering high school athletics for various local publications. She has a deep passion for sports and youth development, often championing the stories of student-athletes making an impact in their communities.

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Sports Reporter · Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 4:11 PM · 1 min read
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Letter: Habitat for Humanity saved me — Elmhurst Real Estate news

To the Editor:I am writing to you tell about a happy ending. I want to let people know there is unconditional help, support and compassion.In those moments of despair, it’s so easy for wolves in sheep’s clothing to max out your credit cards or drain your emergency fund. Being a disabled senior with a limited income can make you feel lonely, lost and blinded from common sense.Since October of last year, I lived without water. My time and energy was consumed by going to the laundromat and the gym so my granddaughter and I could shower and getting water from the fire station, food pantries and an amazing brother.I was faced with losing my house, which is worthless on the market without water. Apartments cost three times my mortgage.Then came superheroes! Habitat for Humanity and their Critical Care Program.They saved me. They made me smile again! Their professionalism and resources create solutions for the feeling of utter defeat. There is nothing better than having that surge of energy a

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