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Family Focus: The Beng-Mou Family
With constantly rising rent and high utility expenses, Emanuel Beng and Abuk Mou work diligently to support their five children. Emanuel is a custodian at a building in downtown Portland and Abuk works for a uniform production company. Even though both of them work full-time, it has been difficult for them to make ends meet. The family has rented a house in southeast Portland for the past four years that is in poor condition. Learn more.
Family Bios: The Mohamed Family
Abdiasis Mohamed lives with her husband, Noorto Rage, and three children Safia 3, Mohamed 1, and a new baby in an unsafe neighborhood. They all live in a single bedroom apartment, sharing one closet. They all share a bathroom with one drawer for their toiletries and cleaning supplies. Their bathroom ceiling leaks, leaving mildew to spread and standing water on the floor, which causes them to slip on occasion. The kitchen sink leaks, making everything underneath the sink contaminated. They also have an infestation of ants and cockroaches, although their landlord has consistently avoided them after being approached about any situation. They tried sprays to poison the pests, however, they discontinued because they were worried for their children’s health.
The Mohamed family hopes to live in a clean house and a stable environment, while maintaining a healthy life.
