Most people think it's sad to see, want it eliminated and wish the families had a better situation.
But students at the Merit House are actually doing something about it. A month ago, we talked about the options. The family meets regularly with the Merit House residents, is invited to all house activities, and receives donations of household goods. But I love it - I just found a job and have six kids, and I feel like this takes some burdens off my shoulders. This generosity might then seem like a burden to the residents, but according to Porter, the students have met the task with open arms.