Stories
Stories to be Heard
Whether you have been touched by REACH as a resident, want to talk about your recent experience volunteering, tell us why you support REACH, or share your thoughts about issues of affordable housing, we would like to hear from you.
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Anne’s Story
At an early age Anne showed a special creativity in the pictures she drew of people. She grew up in Nebraska in a home with an adopted sister, an exchange student and up to 10 foster children. Unfortunate decisions led to Anne becoming homeless in Portland.
“You can’t get on your feet when you’re looking for a place to sleep every night.” ~ Anne Buffum, former Rose Apartment Resident
“If you can find a path with no obstacles, it probably doesn’t lead anywhere.”
~ Frank A. Clark