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One Navigator, 69 Families Saved | Wilmington News
In its first year, a new housing program at the Harrelson Center in Wilmington prevented 69 local families from eviction or foreclosure—while the county’s eviction rate soared to 21st highest in the state. Launched in May 2025, Housing Navigation offers personalized 90-day case management with a 95% success rate, helping families find cheaper rentals, stay put, or dodge eviction notices—even avoiding foreclosure in a few cases. The initiative was born from data showing how financial emergencies often lead to housing loss. But with just one full-time navigator, demand far outpaces capacity…
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