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Housing and Homelessness
Housing issues affect everyone in Connecticut, from those who are searching for a safe place to live, to those who may find it increasingly difficult to afford a place they already call home.WNPR is covering Connecticut's housing and homelessness issues in a series that examines how residents are handling the challenges they face. We look at the trends that matter most right now, and tell stories that help bring the issues to light.

New Housing Aims To Integrate Disabled Residents Into Community

Connecticut Public Radio | By Lucy Nalpathanchil
Published July 16, 2019 at 9:00 AM EDT
Favarh
Rendering of entrance facade for Canton apartment complex.

In the Farmington Valley, a nonprofit organization aims to break down silos and build bridges in the community through apartment housing. This hour, we learn about Favarh and its unique initiative to build a more integrated living experience for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Plus, at Quinnipiac University, students can apply to live not in a dorm but with residents at a Masonicare assisted living facility. We learn about the Students in Residence program, and we also hear from you. 

Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.

GUESTS:

  • Stephen Morris - Executive Director of Favarh, the Arc of the Farmington Valley 
  • Fran Traceski - Father of Lauren Traceski, a Favarh client; President of Favarh's Board of Directors
  • Lauren Traceski - Daughter of Fran Traceski and Favarh client
  • Laura Mutrie - Clinical Assistant Professor in Social Work at Quinnipiac University
  • Victoria Kozar - One of the first students to participate in the Quinnipiac University-Masonicare Students in Residence program

Catie Talarski contributed to this show.
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Lucy leads Connecticut Public's strategies to deeply connect and build collaborations with community-focused organizations across the state.
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