Podcast: Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate TM

Ever dreamed of making a real difference in your community? This episode dives into a topic far from HGTV fluff: the critical need for affordable housing for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We sit down with Becky LaForest, who'll open your eyes to the housing crisis faced by this population and the heartbreaking reality of segregated group homes. Learn how dedicated support and innovative housing models can transform lives, and discover how YOU can contribute to meaningful change.

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Key takeaways to listen for

• How Becky's career shift led her to create a nonprofit for affordable housing for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
• The hidden shortage of affordable housing for the IDD community and the struggle with government funding
• Medicaid policy flaws that keep many IDD individuals in institutions
• Groundbreaking efforts to integrate people with IDD into regular community housing
• Why community support and advocacy are game-changers for policy reform and funding
• Becky's impactful "Just A Dollar" and "REALTORS® Care" campaigns, and how you can make a difference

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Resources mentioned in this episode

• HCBS ADVOCACY COALITION
• The Arc
• Special Olympics

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Visit https://givebutter.com/a-home-for-grace to support Becky's mission and make a difference for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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About Becky LaForest

Becky has been in real estate sales for nearly 20 years. After owning a firm for a number of years, she decided to join eXp and use her experience in her real estate career and nonprofit. 

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She is dedicated to establishing a non-profit, A Home for Grace. The mission is to provide affordable housing and a roommate program for individuals with developmental disabilities.

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Connect with Becky

• Website: A Home For Grace
• Facebook: A Home For Grace, Inc
• Email: ahomeforgracenc@gmail.com
• Number: (910) 470-5832 

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Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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