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For retired Army veteran, Chris, PadSplit allows him to live closer to his job
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In 2021, Quantia moved from Kentucky to Florida to support her son as he ventured into entrepreneurship.
After enduring hardships that included homelessness and living in a shady weekly stay hotel, Quantia discovered PadSplit. She moved into her PadSplit home in Tampa in July 2023, and it marked a new chapter for her after working at Walmart for 12 years. She describes finding PadSplit as a ”Godsend,” providing her with a place she could afford on her disability income while being close to her son.
“I love Tampa, and I love the fact that PadSplit accepted me and helped me find my current home. With my disability, I have several doctors nearby. For the first time in a long time, my life is stable.”
Finding community with PadSplit
For Quantia, her PadSplit isn’t just a roof over her head; it’s a sanctuary where she feels “safe and supported.” Her roommates are more than just housemates; they are friends who look out for each other, creating a close-knit community.
”My roommates and I, we look out for each other. It’s perfect.”
Her host, Fred, also plays a big part in making her feel at home. When she first moved in, her room was too cold for her, and Fred promptly provided her with a heater. He also routinely goes above and beyond to accommodate her needs, even giving extensions when needed to prevent her from facing homelessness again.
”My host is truly an angel sent from God,” says Quantia. “He cares about me. I don’t know where I’d be without him.”
Quantia can now focus on her future
With her living situation stabilized, Quantia is now focusing on her future. She is pursuing work-from-home job opportunities that accommodate her medical disability, continuing her education in healthcare, and even planning to start a podcast to share her story and encourage others who face homelessness.
She plans to live in her PadSplit long-term to save enough money to eventually buy a house, a legacy she intends to leave to her son, ensuring he never faces the same housing insecurity she did. Her son, inspired by her positive experience, has also moved into a PadSplit nearby while he builds up his own career! Both Quantia and her son are saving money as a result.
She absolutely recommends PadSplit to others, especially those who don’t have many other options. “I want to get my story out there. I’m a fighter, and I never give up. With PadSplit’s help, it’s never too late to get back on your feet.”
Quantia’s story is a testament to resilience and the transformative impact of finding the right support at the right time. PadSplit has provided her with not just affordable housing but a community and a platform to rebuild and plan for a hopeful future.
