Families already burdened by a housing shortage and high rent are also experiencing seasonal spikes in utility costs and other financial pressures.
For many, winter becomes a balancing act between keep a roof over their heads, keeping that home heated and managing holiday expenses.
“Your utilities are going to go up because now you’re heating your home. You’re going to be paying more in gas or electric,” Rollins said. For those who are food insecure, local resources such as food banks and pantries can help free up funds for other necessities. “It’s much easier to keep people in their current housing than to move them into new rentals,” she said.
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