Renovations are currently underway to create a more accessible space in Saanich one family will soon be able to call home.
Last year, dealing with independent living challenges. The first family chosen under Horizon PacificB次元官网网址檚 Step Up Community Build Program were the Millers, a family of six living in a four-bedroom townhouse in a B.C. Housing complex. Sixteen-year-old Corvin Miller is dealing with tuberous sclerosis and grand mal seizure disorder, which impairs his ability to walk and leaves him unable to manage stairs.
The familyB次元官网网址檚 current home has only a single bathroom, located on the second level, which requires his parents to carry him up the stairs.
The Millers had asked to have the living room converted into a bedroom for Corvin, with a bathroom added to the main floor, as well as creating a family living space in the basement.
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For the first time, Corvin will have his own bedroom on the main floor of the house as well as access to an ensuite bathroom thanks to the work of the Saanich-based company. The family will also have a shared living space on the main floor so they will continue to be able to enjoy time together as a family.
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Renovations to the home are expected to be completed in early June.
Horizon Pacific launched the program last year for youth age 16 or younger and their families who could benefit from an improvement to their living environment. The goal was to improve the at-home environment so families can focus on their future and their children reaching their full potential.
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