We in a sense are all neighbors no matter which part of Anchorage we reside in. I would like to witness people taking a long step backwards to the pioneer spirit. There was that time here when people would help a neighbor in need without referring them to seek some government assistance.
I have asked some large churches in Anchorage for help, some never even responded and others told me there are government services available. I was not asking for the money to make some repairs but only if there was a person in the congregation with home improvement experience. Being a Christian I wanted a person of faith to help me solve a problem of being terribly cold each winter. Now years later that has not been solved.
However I am now more concerned with a neighbor near me, while I am not familiar with her finances I am sure she has low income. Her roof is years over do for re-roofing. I fear that she will eventually have serious problems that will cause much damage. Months ago I asked via e-mail the two highest officers in the community patrol to research this. I have never received a response to that mail. I tried our Senators office but was sort of re directed.
Something to think about is that sometimes when you help a person, down the road you might find yourself a beneficiary of that persons estate. That would be a wrong motive to help but it does happen.
Come together Anchorage, help your neighbor no matter where they live. Some people are just broken emotionally and not able to help themselves. That doesn't make them weak or throw away people. Open your hearts!