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S <br /> Success Story <br /> CHRIS is a young man with four young children from pre-school to elementary school <br /> status. The wife has completed a training program in fast food management and is the <br /> wage earner of the family. CHRIS attends school studying automechanics and is the <br /> primary caretaker of the children. CHRIS has developed a truly wondrous ability to <br /> meet school buses and pick up children from assorted schools according the necessary <br /> schedules. Because of a severe back injury,CHRIS has been unable to work in the field <br /> of his former employment. He is attempting to become an automobile garage manager, <br /> which will involve little lifting and more management. His grades have been consistently <br /> high. He has been able to partake of all the courses offered except welding,from which <br /> he is excluded. Because of his having only one eye and the depth perception problems <br /> incurred from that he was unable to complete that class. <br /> CHRIS and his family were selected by Habitat for Humanity to receive a house of their <br /> own. Chris really understands sweat-equity. He worked on other houses so much that <br /> he had most of his hours in before his house was started. The family moved into their <br /> new house(it is perfect!)on Christmas week. Their financial situation has improved so <br /> much since they have made this change that their benefits from social services are now <br /> just a small amount in food stamps. Chris should complete his course work this summer <br /> and will be ready to rejoin the work force. <br />