Homeowner: Hazel Logan

Age: 77

Council District: 5

House location: Fairmount Park

About the homeowner: Mrs. Logan moved into her house when it was new in 1961. Her income no longer covers needed repairs for the house. Her granddaughter helped her to fill out the application and many of her grandchildren will lend a hand on event day. On her application Mrs. Logan said, “As a senior citizen living on a fixed income, I can’t afford the repairs needed. I have worked very hard all of my life to get the things I need, but now that I’m up in age, Its hard to afford these repairs and to find someone dependable who won’t take advantage of the elderly to come and do the repairs.”

Their greatest concern: Mrs. Logan would like to have some windows fixed and to have a window shining under the house sealed. She also has a leaking pipe in the kitchen.

What we found: A big problem in this house is a leak in the roof near the furnace flue. It has soaked the insulation and sheetrock below. On the outside of the house inspectors found loose stone veneer, gaps at windows and loose siding. An entrance door to the crawlspace is completely missing. A loose old staircase will be replaced.

On the inside of the house, the house captain will replace some light fixtures and replace the kitchen flooring. Minor plumbing problems will be repaired, including the leaky kitchen faucet. The bathroom has loose tiles and a broken soap dish and that area will be repaired. A chip in the tub will be sealed.

House Captain: Maureen Epps Webb

Her Volunteer Experience: A volunteer worker since our beginning eighteen years ago, Maureen Epps Webb has served as a house captain for the past five years. She is affiliated with the Barr Associations in Prince George’s and Mongomery counties.

Her Comments on Christmas in April: "I have always been far more enriched by the volunteering experience than the homeowners assisted!  Christmas in April gives everyone, regardless of skill, an opportunity to help your fellow man right here in your own neighborhood.  It gives you an opportunity to be awed by your fellow-volunteers, who come from all walks of life and have a wealth of experience and talent.  It truly helps you to experience the real meaning of "Christmas", year round!