<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1PTRqW_1Gy433v100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1PTRqW_1Gy433v100" width="792" height="349" ><figcaption>Family members, along with pivotal Habitat staff involved in their home ownership journey, stand outside of 43 E Parmenter Street in the City of Newburgh, the 120th home officially dedicated by Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newburgh.</figcaption></figure>NEWBURGH – “Welcome home!”The joyful, emphatic chant resonated throughout the interior of 43 East Parmenter Street Saturday afternoon, as the packed living room crowd put the closing exclamation on Habitat for Humanity’s 120th Dedication. The organization, dedicated to providing affordable housing and a “hands-up” through its “sweat equity” program allows participants to be directly involved in the building of their homes while guiding them each step of the way through the oftentimes daunting ownership process. The result is a deep, personal connection to that residence along with special, unbreakable bonds with the entire Habitat team who work right alongside them.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1qFOGa_1Gy433v100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1qFOGa_1Gy433v100" width="640" height="480" ><figcaption>Assemblyman, Jonathan Jacobson, was on hand at the 120th Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newburgh house Dedication, presenting an official certificate of recognition from the State to the family on their successful, well- earned journey.</figcaption></figure>“This is more than just a home; it represents stability, security, and the pride of having a place for my family,” said new home owner, Ismelda, who added her unwavering, heartfelt appreciation to everyone involved, through her son Kevin’s translation, who continued with his own words of gratitude directed at the priceless Habitat experience, one in which he contributed about 100 hours . “I want to thank my mom, the strongest person I know-my superhero, who encouraged me to never give up; this house means a completion of hard work and real dedication.”The latest Habitat addition now joins 22 others that went on this remarkable trek on its street, surrounded by homes almost a century old. Bearing the distinction of a “recycled home,” it was originally owned by another Habitat family. Referred to at the Decication as “a house well-earned,” it includes; four bedrooms, living room, one and a half bathrooms, kitchen- equipped with all energy-efficient appliances, basement, and washer and dryer. Now the home of the Calderon Merlos family, its completion, “took a village,” as well as special family effort, led by the matriarch’s unprecedented determination to see a treasured goal through to its completion.“Ismelda is another example of an incredibly strong woman who never gave up, even when there were obstacles in the way, she kept on going and smiling,” said House Advocate, Patty Fuller, who joined Advocate Susan Crandall in guiding the family throughout the transformative home ownership process. “It’s a true testament to her family and sons, and a real beginning of moving forward through her example.”<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3JzXKP_1Gy433v100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3JzXKP_1Gy433v100" width="640" height="480" ><figcaption>Janis Berg, Board President of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newburgh, provides the Opening segment of the Dedication of 43 East Parmenter Street, the 120th home completed by the not-for- profit organization, providing a “hand-up” to assist with affordability housing. Looking on are members of the Calderon Merlos Family: Home owner, Ismelda in middle and sons Brandon on left and Kevin on right.</figcaption></figure>The magnitude of the occasion extended to the multiple dignitaries on hand to celebrate the breadth of what this home means, not only to the Calderon-Merlos family of three who will be residing in it as well as the Habitat team, but entire City of Newburgh.“This is another magical moment in the City of Newburgh,” said Assemblyman, Jonathan Jacobson, who presented the family with Certificates of Recognition from the State. “Every time there is a new home owner, it adds stability to the community, and no one is going to take better care of their home than the home owner and family itself.”Orange County Legislator of the 2nd District, Jonathan Redeker, spoke as well.“We are laser-focused on affordable housing and proud to be supporters of Habitat and all the great work they do,” said Redeker. “We have the backs of the people here in Orange County with helping to make housing more affordable.”Those same, supportive sentiments were echoed by Newburgh Ward 2 Councilmember, Ramona Monteverde, whose district includes East Parmenter Street.“This is an American Dream,” affirmed Monteverde. “We are in a housing crisis, and we are going to do everything we can to make houses more affordable here; thank you Habitat for all the hard work you do for making this all possible.”The Dedication, which featured the customary Handing of the Bible and Keys to Ismelda, who logged over 500 sweat equity hours, further included the symbolic passage of bread, honey and salt to “christen” the home. Those traditions of each Habitat journey are treasured, as are the authentic pieces of each individual family who makes the commitment to follow this special, community-led and passionately celebrated home ownership dream.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4Rb4WB_1Gy433v100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4Rb4WB_1Gy433v100" width="640" height="480" ><figcaption>Jessica Miuccio, Executive DIrector of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newburgh, speaks at Saturday’s Dedication.</figcaption></figure>“It all starts with the families,” said Jessica Miuccio, Executive Director. “It’s what makes this all possible as well as all of you here today.”</div></body>

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NEWBURGH – “Welcome home!”. The joyful, emphatic chant resonated throughout the interior of 43 East Parmenter Street Saturday afternoon, as the packed living room crowd put the closing exclamation on Habitat for Humanity’s 120th Dedication. The organization, dedicated to providing affordable housing and a “hands-up” through its “sweat equity” program allows participants to be directly involved in the building of their homes while guiding them each step of the way through the oftentimes daunting ownership process. The result is a deep, personal connection to that residence along with special, unbreakable bonds with the entire Habitat team who work right alongside them.

Habitat for Humanity Has Dedicated 120th Home

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NEWBURGH – “Welcome home!”. The joyful, emphatic chant resonated throughout the interior of 43 East Parmenter Street Saturday afternoon, as the packed livi

Habitat for Humanity Has Dedicated 120th Home

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