A mother in Detroit lost two of her four children while living in a van with her family, after they died from possible exposure to the cold. The city of Detroit and the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries gifted her a new home shortly after her son and daughter were laid to rest. In a video posted by the city, Tateona Williams was shown receiving the keys to her new home, which had been prepared, furnished, and stocked with food by community members.
The Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, an organization that helps disadvantaged residents find permanent solutions, provided Williams with a freshly painted home, new furniture, and appliances for her and her surviving children. The tragic deaths of 2-year-old Amillah Currie and 9-year-old Darnell Currie occurred after the family’s van apparently ran out of gas during a cold morning in Detroit.
The deaths raised questions about flawed systems for assisting people experiencing homelessness, as the family reportedly sought shelter in a casino’s parking garage. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan called for a review into the family’s request for assistance, as Williams had reached out to a homeless response team in the past without success.
The City of Detroit expressed support and compassion for the family, stating that the gift of a new home represents a significant step forward for both the family and the community. The city called for unity in supporting the family during their time of loss.
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