Visually impaired man gets house from Gov’t
A visually impaired man, Leo Chin, became the owner of a new house last Thursday, following the handover of his unit under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP).
The ceremony and ribbon-cutting took place at Lot 124 Mandela Terrace in St Andrew.
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, who handed over the unit, noted that the initiative is part of the Government’s commitment to providing affordable housing solutions and dignified living conditions for all Jamaicans.
He reiterated that the structure showcases the transformative power of government policy and taxpayers’ resources in realising the dreams of Jamaican citizens.
“This is prosperity; it’s a transformation of your life to achieve a long-standing goal, and this has happened through government policy and taxpayers’ resources, and it is done in a way that can withstand any criticism of inefficiency or corruption, or any other allegations that might be levelled,” Holness said.
The NSHP, established in 2018 as part of the Housing, Opportunity, Production, and Employment (HOPE) programme, aims to create sustainable housing solutions for Jamaican families in need.
Emphasising the importance of community engagement and responsibility, the prime minister highlighted the social contract inherent in the programme.
“This is a social contract. This is an expression of commitment by the beneficiary to abide by certain requirements to see to the success of the programme,” he said.
Recognising the role of the beneficiary in fostering positive change within the community, Holness called on him to not only be an upstanding citizen but also an advocate for good in his neighbourhood.
The handover of this new house exemplifies the Government’s dedication to improving the lives of Jamaicans through accessible and quality houses.
The success of the programme reflects a collaborative effort among the Government, beneficiaries, and the wider community to create a brighter future for all.
It is projected that more than 300 units will be built under the NSHP by the end of the year.
— JIS News