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Originally posted by SHELBYGR8:
I can understand how a home as old as Ivy Green needs to be maintained and I guess several years went buy before someone took an interest in its appearance and now money is needed to get it back to it's original state plus making it handicap accessible and structurely safe.
Is the home not on the National Historic Register and do they not receive some money from that organization?
It has been noted that I live 1600 miles away from the Helen Keller Home, and I have never visited it. But, I think she is a shining example of overcoming hardship and disability. Her example and the memory of her life should be held in high esteem. If you don't want the money to ALL come out of your pockets, and it should not, start a charity fund to cover the cost. You should be able to set up a trust, and solicit donations worldwide.