Testimonials
These are just a few excepts from letters and emails that Project Home receives regularly (weekly) from its weatherization and home repair customers, and participants from the annual volunteer events - Hammer with a Heart and Paint-a-thon.
About the Weatherization program:
6/29/10
I can't thank Project Home enough for helping us out with our weatherization. Without your help we never would have gotten thru the one and a half years my husband was jobless. Thanks again." Mike and Sue Z., Marshall
3/1/10 "I just want to let you office folks know that the guys that worked on our home were professional, courteous, friendly, kid-friendly, discreet, and all round good guys. The only way I knew they were there was because of the odd noise in the attic from tools, etc. I'm still trying to get used to the new light bulbs. So I wouldn't tempt myself to go back to the 'old' ones I donated the box of bulbs to the Deerfield Food Pantry to go to folks that might need them. Thanks again!" Deb D., Deerfield
11/6/09 "I'm writing this letter to thank your organization for the work you did on my home. It already is so much warmer and lots less drafty! Special thanks go out to Jean, Nathan, Ben, Nate, Scott and Flo. These folks went the extra mile and then some. They insulated my attic space and even made storage for me! My basement is not nearly as frightening. It's warm and dry. They did little things (fixed latch on screen door and toilet) for me that I didn't know how to fix but it meant the world to me. I think I'm not so afraid of winter this year. [It] should be a much brighter year and I have you to thank." Julie M., Monroe
9/29/09 (Excerpts from a 3 page, single spaced letter) "Dear Ms. Matyka: "...I truly cannot say enough about (your energy auditor and weatherization crew) - Steve, Juan, Hill, Jason, Jerry and Nathan. Over the years, we have worked with service people in our home and I can honestly state that I felt more comfortable and totally at ease with your staff than I have ever felt, particularly once my husband left for work. I want to thank Project Home for existing and for helping us during a very difficult time in our lives. We could not be more thankful for the assistance to help us reduce our energy costs and our use of fossil fuels. Last winter, I kept the house at 55 degrees during the day and 50 at night. We were freezing. Our MG&E bill reached more than $315.00 two months in a row. Energy Services informed us about Project Home. Thank you for being there for people like us, who through no fault of our own find ourselves unemployed due to being laid off. I was constantly wondering how long it would be before I could not pay the mortgage and we lose our home. [ ] your organization truly made the difference between losing our home and continuing to live in our home of 23 years." Sue B., Madison
About Minor Home Repair program:
1/25/2010 "We wish to express our sincere gratitude to Project Home as well as commend three of your employees for their exemplary work. Regan was exceptional in both her level of professionalism, efficiency, and sincere concern as we sought a solution for a hot water heater with absolutely no funds to purchase one. (The Minor Home Repair crew) Tom and Julio also repaired locks, replaced a ceiling light, a fan hood, and broken faucets. We named them the 'dynamic duo'! With great appreciation," Irene and Stephen, Stoughton
About Hammer with a Heart (May 1, 2010)
5/3/10 "Except perhaps when new, this house has never looked so good. I can't tell you how thankful Marie and I are to you and the crew. I hope that you stop down sometime (Stoughton) and look at the house. Thanks again from the bottom of our hearts." Jerry and Marie, Stoughton, card on left (they received new siding and soffits)
Card on right from Walter, Brandilyn and kids (they received new kitchen appliances, bath fixtures, windows, garage door, painting, smoke alarms, & yard work)
About Paint-a-thon
10/3/09 "I wish to express my sincere gratitude to you and Project Home staff for selecting me as one of your recipients for Paint-a-thon. Trying to keep my home maintained and looking nice as I age is very important to me and the help is needed and appreciated. I also wish to send a special thank you to all of the volunteers who gave their time and energy to participate in this much needed project. A great job was accomplished! We are so fortunate to have Project Home and their programs in Dane County." Lorraine T., Madison
8/18/09 "Please tell all the volunteers for me how much I appreciate their wonderful efforts (for the major home repair in May and exterior painting in August). Project Home has taken a major stress away from me. I don't know if people really know the fear and worry that someone in my position feels when they can't do the things they used to. It can very hard to ask for help. You and your group have relieved me of such a worry and with nothing but kindness in your hearts. Thank you so much." Ray J., Verona