Latoya Christian, whose home was destroyed by fire earlier this year, says she is still struggling to find stable housing for herself and her children.
Christian told Antigua Newsroom that while she has received food, clothing, and other donations since the tragedy, her greatest need now is a place to live. “I have been getting food, clothes, etc., but I’m in need of somewhere to stay. My daughter just had a baby, and I have others all over. It’s frustrating, to be honest. I’m not saying it’s anyone’s fault, but all I need is some assistance for somewhere to live,” she said.
She added that she has been going to work without meals, and her five-year-old often relies on the school meal program.
In July, Christian lost all her belongings when a fire gutted her home while she was preparing dinner. The blaze reportedly began in the kitchen after a gas hose caught fire. Despite her desperate efforts to put it out, the flames quickly spread through the house, forcing her and her children to flee over a fence to safety.
Among those affected were her six-year-old daughter, her four-year-old son, and her then-pregnant 21-year-old daughter, who has since given birth. All of their clothing, documents, and baby supplies were destroyed.
Christian says she is grateful to those who have helped so far but is appealing for urgent assistance to secure housing for her family.
Anyone wishing to assist can contact her at (268) 783-9068.
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Oh my that was a harsh statement SMH
The house was not owned by her.. should a house be replaced because of the fire, it should be in the name of the owner of the house..
In situation like this, what about the churches, should they show some kind of concern as well…