For more than 40 years, Mr. Ballou has called his Milwaukie home his own. As time passed, however, maintaining the home became more than he could manage alone. Due to physical limitations and the growing repair needs of the property, Mr. Ballou reached out to Catalyst in 2025 for help.

For the past 28 years, Ms. Hyneman has called her Milwaukie home her own. As an older adult living with a disability, maintaining her property can be difficult, especially when unexpected issues arise.

Ms. Tilander has called her Sherwood home home for the past six years. At 69 years old and living on a limited income, she has worked hard to maintain her property despite the challenges she faces.

Like so many families living on a limited income, the Williams family found themselves facing a growing list of home repairs that simply exceeded their resources. Over time, one problem rose above the rest: their roof.

Earlier this year, Mr. Ryan suffered a heart attack, and while his recovery has been steady, his home presented a serious challenge: a roof in critical disrepair.