The Derricott Family

"There is no better gift, than to be breaking ground on my new home" said Lafaye Derricott, the Partner Family of Hanover Habitat for Humanity's 44th home in Hanover County. On a bright and sunny December morning, the Derricotts were cheered on by friends, family, volunteers, and Habitat supporters as they broke ground on their new home located on Karen Drive in Ashland. Lafaye is a life-long resident of Hanover County. She currently resides with extended family, and she and her 8-year old daughter share a small room in the cramped home. Lafaye has worked hard to put herself through college and is a graduate of Virginia Union University. She has worked full-time in the medical field for over three years and also works part-time at a local Cracker Barrel, a job she's held for more than 10 years. "It means the world to me that my daughter will have a room of her own" she said. "She has never had a friend over to spend the night. We are so grateful and excited. Through Hanover Habitat for Humanity, our dream of an affordable home of our own is coming true!"